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Finn Allen Smashes Milestone: 350 Sixes in T20 Cricket

Finn Allen has reached a significant milestone in T20 cricket by smashing 350 sixes. The New Zealand opener achieved this remarkable feat while playing for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against Delhi Capitals during the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). This event took place on Friday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where he hit his second six of the match while KKR chased a target of 143 runs.

Allen’s Journey to 350 T20 Sixes

With this achievement, Finn Allen became the fifth player from New Zealand to hit 350 sixes in T20 cricket. He reached this landmark in his 189th T20 match, including 186 innings.

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Allen joins an illustrious group of New Zealand cricketers who have also crossed the 350 sixes mark:

  • Colin Munro – 582 sixes
  • Brendon McCullum – 485 sixes
  • Martin Guptill – 453 sixes
  • Glenn Phillips – 388 sixes

Significant Statistics

Beyond his fifty and over sixes, Allen has also recorded more than 480 fours in T20 matches. His power-hitting ability has further been showcased in T20 Internationals, where he has hit 115 sixes for New Zealand.

Top Performers in T20Is

Within the T20I format, Allen stands out as one of three players to achieve over 100 sixes for New Zealand. The leading six-hitters for the Black Caps include:

  • Martin Guptill – 173 sixes
  • Tim Seifert – 110 sixes

Finn Allen’s impressive record solidifies his status as a vital asset in T20 cricket, marking him as a formidable force in both domestic and international formats.

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