Former South Africa Wicketkeeper Mark Boucher Praises Finn Allen's Unbeaten Century in IPL 2026 Mark Boucher, the former South Africa wicketkeeper-batter, has lauded Finn Allen's exceptional performance in the IPL 2026, calling the New Zealand opener's clean striking ability one of the rarest in world cricket. Allen's unbeaten century, which propelled Kolkata Knight Riders to a dominant victory over Delhi Capitals, has drawn widespread acclaim from Boucher, who highlighted the unique combination of power and precision in Allen's batting. Boucher, speaking on JioHotstar's 'Google Search AI Mode Match Centre Live', emphasized that once Allen crosses the 20 or 30-run mark, few players in the world can match his ability to strike the ball with such force and accuracy. He noted that Allen's strength lies not only in his power but also in the range and cleanliness of his shots. The right-hander's innings, which included 10 sixes and five fours in 47 balls, showcased a variety of strokes that left Delhi Capitals' bowlers struggling. Boucher specifically praised Allen's ability to execute difficult shots with ease, such as the pick-up shot over fine leg against Mitchell Starc and the straight hits back over the bowler's head. He described the innings as almost like batting against a bowling machine, with Allen striking beautifully anything within his arc or under his eyeline. Allen's performance was crucial in keeping Kolkata Knight Riders in the playoff race, as the team's victory on Friday (May 8, 2026) solidified their position in the competition. In addition to praising Allen, Boucher analyzed the impact of KL Rahul's dismissal during the powerplay. He argued that Rahul's wicket was a decisive moment for Delhi Capitals, as the senior batter is the team's anchor.#finn_allen #ipl_2026 #kolkata_knight_riders #delhi_capitals #mark_boucher
