Allen smashed 42 off just 16 deliveries as New Zealand posted 65/1 at the end of the powerplay after being invited to bat by Australia.
Finn Allen bats during the opening game of the Super 12s stage of the T20 World Cup between Australia and New Zealand in Sydney. AP
New Zealand were off to an explosive start after being invited to bat by Australia in the opening game of the Super 12s stage of the T20 World Cup in Sydney.
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