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Historic Knock: Allen’s 19 Sixes Rewrite T20 Cricket History
New Zealand’s explosive opener Finn Allen has shattered Chris Gayle’s long-standing world record by smashing 19 sixes in a single MLC Cricket match. Playing for the San Francisco Unicorns, Allen delivered a breathtaking performance against the Washington Freedom, leaving fans and cricket experts in awe.
The Oakland Coliseum witnessed an unforgettable display of power-hitting as Allen blazed his way to 151 runs off just 51 balls. His innings included 24 boundaries—19 sixes and 5 fours—making it the most destructive knock in T20 cricket history.
Breaking Records: Allen Surpasses Gayle’s Milestone
Before this match, the record for the most sixes in a T20 game belonged to West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who hammered 18 sixes for Rangpur Riders in 2017. Estonia’s Sahil Chauhan later matched this feat in an international match against Cyprus in 2023.
But Finn Allen didn’t just break the record—he demolished it. From the first ball, he attacked relentlessly, reaching his half-century in just 20 balls and his century in 34 deliveries. By the time he crossed 150 runs in 49 balls, the crowd was already witnessing history.
Destruction from the Start: Allen’s Relentless Assault
Opening alongside Tim Seifert, Allen wasted no time in dominating the Washington Freedom bowlers. He took particular aim at his New Zealand teammates, punishing Glenn Phillips with three consecutive sixes in the 11th over. Rachin Ravindra also felt the heat early in the innings as Allen unleashed his fury.
The record-breaking moment came in the 17th over when Allen launched Ben Sears—another Black Caps teammate—for his 19th six. Two balls later, his incredible innings ended when Phillips finally caught him near the boundary.
San Francisco Unicorns Post Mammoth Total
Thanks to Allen’s heroics, the San Francisco Unicorns posted a staggering 269 runs—the highest total in MLC Cricket’s short history. The next highest scorer for the Unicorns was Hassan Khan, who contributed 38 not out, but the day belonged entirely to Finn Allen.
What This Means for MLC Cricket and Finn Allen’s Future
This innings has cemented Finn Allen’s reputation as one of the most fearless power-hitters in modern cricket. For MLC Cricket, this record-breaking performance brings global attention, proving that the league can produce world-class entertainment.
Allen’s ability to clear boundaries at will makes him a hot commodity in franchise leagues worldwide. With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, his form could be a game-changer for New Zealand.
Final Thoughts: A Knock for the Ages
Finn Allen’s 151-run blitz will be remembered as one of the greatest T20 innings ever played. By surpassing Chris Gayle, he has etched his name in cricket history. For fans of MLC Cricket, this was a historic moment—a sign that the league is here to stay.
If Allen continues this form, there’s no telling how many more records he might break. One thing is certain: Finn Allen has arrived, and the cricketing world is taking notice.
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