Finn Allen's remarkable innings of 93 runs off just 35 balls propelled the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to a crucial 29-run victory against the Gujarat Titans (GT) during the 2026 Indian Premier League at Eden Gardens. Allen's explosive performance included 10 sixes and 4 fours, showcasing his power-hitting ability. He acknowledged that luck played a part in his innings, particularly after surviving two dropped catches early on. Allen's innings was complemented by a strong partnership with Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who scored an impressive 82 not out off 44 balls. Cameron Green also added to the total with an unbeaten 52 runs, leading KKR to a formidable total of 247/2. In response, GT's chase was led by skipper Shubman Gill, who scored 85 runs, while Jos Buttler contributed 57 runs. Despite their efforts, GT could only manage 218/4. KKR's bowling was anchored by Sunil Narine, who took 2 wickets for 29 runs in his 200th IPL appearance, helping KKR keep their playoff hopes alive with this dominant performance.