Cameron Green Credits Finn Allen's Century to Avoiding 'Most Hated' Tag in KKR Win
In a thrilling IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets, driven by Finn Allen's sensational maiden century. Allen scored 100 runs off just 47 balls, marking a significant turnaround after earlier struggles in the tournament. While Allen received widespread acclaim, KKR all-rounder Cameron Green played a crucial supporting role, contributing 33 runs off 27 balls during their 116-run partnership. Green revealed that he deliberately calculated the required run rate to ensure Allen reached the milestone first. He humorously stated that taking the strike himself would have made him the most hated person in Kolkata, given Allen's popularity and performance. Green praised Allen's ability to launch calculated attacks post-powerplay, noting his exceptional training and consistency. This victory marks KKR's fourth consecutive win, highlighting their resurgence in the league. The team is now set to face Royal Challengers Bangalore in Raipur on May 13. The article highlights both the statistical achievement and the camaraderie between the players, emphasizing Allen's strategic batting evolution and Green's selfless support during the chase.
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Cameron Green Credits Finn Allen's Century to Avoiding 'Most Hated' Tag in KKR Win
In a thrilling IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight wickets, driven by Finn Allen's sensational maiden century. Allen scored 100 runs off just 47 balls, marking a significant turnaround after earlier struggles in the tournament. While Allen received widespread acclaim, KKR all-rounder Cameron Green played a crucial supporting role, contributing 33 runs off 27 balls during their 116-run partnership. Green revealed that he deliberately calculated the required run rate to ensure Allen reached the milestone first. He humorously stated that taking the strike himself would have made him the most hated person in Kolkata, given Allen's popularity and performance. Green praised Allen's ability to launch calculated attacks post-powerplay, noting his exceptional training and consistency. This victory marks KKR's fourth consecutive win, highlighting their resurgence in the league. The team is now set to face Royal Challengers Bangalore in Raipur on May 13. The article highlights both the statistical achievement and the camaraderie between the players, emphasizing Allen's strategic batting evolution and Green's selfless support during the chase.
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