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Batsmen With Most Sixes In IPL History

Batsmen With Most Sixes In IPL History: The Indian Premier League is undoubtedly one of the most competitive and richest T20 leagues in world cricket due to its fast-paced nature. The league is a mix of entertainment and glamour. It has grown tremendously since its introduction and is known for its financial power. The league has witnessed some of the finest performers from world cricket showcase their class. The bowlers have become smarter when it comes to bowling in the IPL, but the batters have dominated the league.

The IPL has witnessed some destructive batters from world cricket who have demonstrated their powerful striking abilities with the bat. In this piece, we discuss batters who have hit the most number of sixes in the history of the league. The batters mentioned in the list showcased different temperaments and techniques but as far as their six-hitting abilities were concerned they were second to none. We take a look at these batters in detail.

Batsmen With Most Sixes In IPL History

  • Chris Gayle, 357 Sixes in 142 IPL
  • Rohit Sharma, 280 Sixes in 257 IPL
  • AB De Villiers, 251 Sixes in 184 IPL
  • Mahendra Singh Dhoni, 252 Sixes in 264 IPL
  • Virat Kohli, 272 Sixes in 252 IPL
  • David Warner, 236 Sixes in 184 IPL
  • Kieron Pollard, 223 Sixes in 189 IPL
  • Suresh Raina, 203 Sixes in 205 IPL
  • Andre Russell, 209 Sixes in 127 IPL
  • Sanju Samson, 206 Sixes in 168 IPL

1. Chris Gayle, 357 Sixes in 142 IPL games

Arguably one of the most destructive strikers in the shorter format, Gayle showcased consistency with his power and hand-eye coordination. The former opener hit 357 sixes in 142 IPL games while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore, Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders.

The ‘Universal Boss’ as we was fondly called scored an unbeaten 175 in 2013. The Jamaican smashed the best bowlers with his powerful hitting.

2. Rohit Sharma, 280 Sixes in 257 IPL games

Rohit Sharma’s batting is all about elegance and timing. The India skipper showcases effortless timing without hitting the ball too hard.

The right-hander has hit 280 sixes in 257 IPL games while playing for Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. As a captain, he has led Mumbai Indians to five IPL.

3. AB De Villiers, 251 Sixes in 184 IPL games

‘Mr 360 degree’ as he was fondly called during his playing days smashed the best bowlers with his powerful striking abilities and strong bottom hand.

The former right-hander played unorthodox shots all around the wicket. The former South African batter hit 251 sixes in 184 IPL games while playing for RCB and DC.

4. Mahendra Singh Dhoni, 252 Sixes in 264 IPL games

The former India legend destroyed the best bowlers out of the park with his power and strong bottom-hand shots down the ground.

The former India captain and wicketkeeper batter hit 252 sixes in 264 IPL games. The former right-hander led Chennai Super Kings to 5 IPL trophies as a captain.

5. Virat Kohli, 272 Sixes in 252 IPL games

The former India skipper is a modern-day great and the right-hander has showcased his reputation as a neat striker of the ball in his IPL career so far.

The right-hander has hit 272 sixes in 252 IPL games with some cracking hits out of the park. Kohli’s batting is all about power and placement.

6. David Warner, 236 Sixes in 184 IPL games

The former Australia left-hander and opener has hit some powerful blows out of the ground with his aggressive and powerful striking ability. Warner has hit 236 sixes in 184 IPL games while playing for Delhi Capitals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. His presence in the playing eleven creates fear in the minds of the opposition.

7. Kieron Pollard, 223 Sixes in 189 IPL games

Pollard will be remembered as one of the cleanest power hitters in the history of IPL. The Trinidadian dominated the best bowling lineups in IPL history by cracking some big sixes out of the park. The 37-year-old’s batting style combines a strong bottom hand and powerful pick-up shots. The right-hander hit 223 sixes in 189 IPL games while representing Mumbai Indians.

8. Suresh Raina, 203 Sixes in 205 IPL games

Raina was a gifted stroke player whose batting was all about effortless timing and his ability to judge the length early. The former India left-hander hit some big sixes in his IPL career. The 37-year-old hit 203 sixes in 205 IPL games. His ability to hit the length ball out of the ground was amazing.

9. Andre Russell, 209 Sixes in 127 IPL games

Russell has showcased his dominance with his fearless and powerful striking in IPL over the years. The 36-year-old is a clean striker down the ground and has hit some big sixes over the square leg area. The Jamaican has hit 209 sixes in 127 IPL games for Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders.

10. Sanju Samson, 206 Sixes in 168 IPL games

Samson doesn’t try to hit the ball hard as his batting is a mix of effortless timing and using the pace of the bowler. While facing the spinners Samson goes with the shot but his footwork and placement ensure the ball is out of the ground.

The 30-year-old has hit 206 sixes in 168 IPL games representing Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals.

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