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New Zealand surge ahead in T20 World Cup Super 8s vs England

February 27, 2026 · The Guardian

New Zealand opened the Super 8s match against England in Colombo with a 28-0 start, as Finn Allen smashed a six off Archer's delivery.

England v New Zealand began at 1.30pm GMT in Colombo, with New Zealand taking a 28-0 lead. Finn Allen hit a six off Archer’s delivery, while Archer returned to bowl a third over at 91 mph, keeping the pressure on England’s openers.

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