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Allen's 100 Powers KKR to Fourth Straight Win
8 May
Summary
- Finn Allen scored an unbeaten 100 off 47 balls.
- KKR bowlers restricted Delhi Capitals to 142/8.
- Kolkata Knight Riders secured an eight-wicket victory.
Kolkata Knight Riders achieved their fourth consecutive Indian Premier League victory by defeating Delhi Capitals by eight wickets. The match, held in New Delhi on Friday, saw KKR's bowlers effectively restrict the hosts.
Opting to bowl first, Kolkata's spinners, led by Sunil Narine, applied significant pressure on a challenging pitch. This tight bowling display limited Delhi Capitals to 142 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Pathum Nissanka provided some early impetus with a rapid 50 off 29 balls, but momentum faltered after his dismissal.
Ashutosh Sharma offered late resistance with a 28-ball 39. In response, Finn Allen was the star, retiring unbeaten on 100 from just 47 deliveries, including ten sixes. His dominant performance made the chase a one-sided affair, with KKR comfortably reaching the target in just 14.2 overs.
