Top 5 Players With Most Sixes in Single IPL Inning

February 10, 2025

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Top 5 Players With Most Sixes in Single IPL Inning

The IPL is a tournament where hitting sixes is not a very big deal. While consistent run-scoring is important, it’s the towering sixes that truly electrify the crowd. Some batsmen have a knack for clearing the ropes, and a select few have produced innings where sixes rained down like never before. Let’s look at the top five innings with the most sixes in a single IPL match.

Chris Gayle (17 Sixes)

Chris Gayle dominates this list, holding the top spot and featuring multiple times. His 17 sixes against Pune Warriors India on April 23, 2013, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium remains the record for the most sixes in an IPL innings. This innings, a part of his unbeaten 175, is considered one of the most destructive T20 knocks ever played. Gayle didn’t just hit sixes, he launched them, sending the ball into the stands with incredible power. This innings cemented his reputation as the “Universe Boss” and the undisputed king of IPL sixes.

Brendon McCullum (13 Sixes)

Brendon McCullum set the standard for six-hitting in the very first IPL match. On April 18, 2008, playing for Kolkata Knight Riders against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, McCullum smashed1 13 sixes. This innings was a sign of things to come in the IPL, showcasing the explosive batting that would become a hallmark of the tournament. McCullum’s innings was a thrilling display of aggressive batting and set the tone for the high-scoring contests in the IPL.

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Chris Gayle (13 Sixes)

Chris Gayle makes another appearance on this list with 13 sixes against Delhi Capitals on May 17, 2012, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. This innings was yet another example of Gayle’s ability to dismantle any bowling attack. His powerful hitting took the game away from Delhi Capitals and demonstrated his sheer dominance over bowlers. Gayle’s presence on this list multiple times speaks volumes about his six-hitting ability.

AB de Villiers (12 Sixes)

AB de Villiers, known for his innovative and unorthodox batting, also features with 12 sixes in an innings. Playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Gujarat Lions on May 14, 2016, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, de Villiers showed his incredible range of strokes and his ability to hit sixes all around the ground. His innings was a masterclass in T20 batting and further cemented his place among the IPL’s greatest players.

Chris Gayle (12 Sixes)

Chris Gayle’s final entry on this list comes with 12 sixes against Punjab Kings (his own team at that time) on May 6, 2015, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Even against his former team, Gayle showed no mercy, hitting sixes with ease. This innings was another reminder of his incredible power and his ability to clear the boundary at will. It was a fitting addition to his already impressive record of six-hitting in the IPL.

These five innings represent some of the most exciting and destructive batting performances in IPL history. They are a testament to the power and skill of these batsmen and their ability to hit sixes with regularity. These innings are are about the impact they had on the game and the excitement they generated among the fans. They are the moments that make the IPL such a thrilling tournament to watch.