Finn Allen joins Sooryavanshi, Gayle in exclusive club with fireworks display, but KKR fall shy of six-hitting record

Finn Allen struck 93 against GT at the Eden Gardens, and became only the fourth player with multiple innings with 10+ sixes, as KKR hit 22 total.

Updated on: May 16, 2026, 22:25:15 IST

Written by Kartikay Dutta

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A Kiwi catching fire at just the right time for the Kolkata Knight Riders, as Finn Allen hammered 93 off just 35 deliveries to put the strong Gujarat Titans bowling to the sword at the Eden Gardens. In an innings including ten sixes, Finn Allen matched his maximums total from his century in Delhi last week – and in doing so, joined an exclusive club in the IPL.

Finn Allen struck 93(35) against GT. (Hindustan Times)

Allen became the first right-handed member and fourth overall batter to have multiple matches with at least 10 sixes in an innings. He joins Chris Gayle, who did so four times through his glittering IPL career, as well as his modern opening contemporaries Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma.

Players with multiple innings of 10+ sixes

Chris Gayle – 4 (17 vs PWI, 13 vs DD, 12 vs KXIP, 11 vs SRH)

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 2 (12 vs SRH, 11 vs GT)

Abhishek Sharma – 2 (10 vs PBKS, 10 vs DC)

FINN ALLEN – 2 (10 vs DC, 10 vs GT)

Allen started off by targeting Kagiso Rabada in the South African’s first over of the day, setting an early statement in his knock before really beginning to flex his power, including take-downs of Rashid Khan in a phenomenal display.

KKR's 22 sixes outmatched only once

KKR had more to offer with the bat, as Cameron Green and Angkrish Raghuvanshi combined for a further 11 sixes through the innings, captain Ajinkya Rahane having struck one before an early dismissal on dream batting track. KKR’s innings total of 22 sixes fell just shy of the IPL record in a single innings, which was set at the very same venue in 2024 by Punjab Kings. That is the only occasion a team has hit more than 22 sixes, SRH in 2024 having twice whacked 22 maximums as well.

The effort from the top four batters helped KKR to a massive 247/2 against the Titans, as the hosts fight for their survival in the race for the playoffs.

Gujarat’s chase was also off to a fast start before Sai Sudharsan was struck on the elbow and had to go off retired hurt, as KKR aim to defend the total and keep themselves alive in their late charge towards the top four.

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Kartikay Dutta
Kartikay Dutta is a sports writer with the Hindustan Times Sports Desk, having joined in August 2024 to further his professional journey and pursue his long-standing ambition of working in sports media. With a strong interest in cricket, tennis, and football, Kartikay focuses on exploring the deeper layers of sport beyond the immediate action on the field. His work centres on producing insightful long-form and analytical pieces that examine the stories behind performances, teams, and tournaments. He is particularly interested in narratives that intersect with culture, history, and politics, helping readers understand how modern sport evolves within a broader social context. Before joining Hindustan Times, Kartikay worked with leading digital newsrooms in India, where he developed a strong foundation in data-driven storytelling. He is skilled at using statistics, records, and historical trends to uncover patterns and perspectives that add depth to match coverage and sports features. His approach combines research with narrative clarity, allowing complex sporting developments to be presented in an engaging and accessible manner. Kartikay also has a growing passion for multimedia storytelling. He actively explores how photographs, videos, and graphics can enhance sports journalism by illustrating not only what happens during competition but also the preparation, strategy, and operational dynamics behind the scenes. Through this evolving skill set, he aims to contribute to a more immersive and modern form of sports storytelling that connects audiences more closely with the games they follow.Read More

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