In the electrifying world of T20 cricket, where every ball counts, the ability to clear the boundary with ease is a prized skill. Let’s dive into the list of the top 10 players who have unleashed a barrage of sixes in the game’s shortest format, captivating audiences worldwide with their explosive batting style.
The list is largely dominated by power-hitting batsmen from the West Indies. Heading the list is none other than Chris Gayle, while the likes of Andre Russell and Nicholas Pooran are also a part of the list. Six hitting has now become very much part of the norm in T20 cricket and the current season of the IPL shows the impact six-hitters have had on the game.
The list also comprises an Indian player. Check out the full list of batsmen with most sixes in T20 cricket.Â
List of 10 Players with Most Sixes in T20 Cricket
| Rank | Player | Matches | Runs | Strike Rate | Sixes |
| 1 | CH Gayle | 463 | 14562 | 144.75 | 1056 |
| 2 | KA Pollard | 660 | 12900 | 150.98 | 860 |
| 3 | AD Russell | 494 | 8431 | 169.80 | 684 |
| 4 | C Munro | 428 | 10961 | 141.25 | 548 |
| 5 | RG Sharma | 439 | 11505 | 134.15 | 507 |
| 6 | AD Hales | 449 | 12319 | 146.39 | 494 |
| 7 | JC Buttler | 413 | 11484 | 144.76 | 486 |
| 8 | BB McCullum | 370 | 9922 | 136.49 | 485 |
| 9 | GJ Maxwell | 430 | 9687 | 153.56 | 478 |
| 10 | N Pooran | 327 | 6867 | 146.41 | 477 |
1. Chris Gayle – 1056 SixesÂ
With a career spanning from 2005 to 2022, Chris Gayle has established himself as the ultimate six-hitting machine. Representing a multitude of teams across the globe, including Royal Challengers Bangalore and Jamaica Tallawahs, Gayle’s 1056 sixes in 463 matches at a staggering strike rate of 144.75 have set him apart as a true T20 legend.
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2. Kieron Pollard – 860 Sixes
Since his debut in 2006, Kieron Pollard has been a formidable force in T20 cricket, representing teams like Mumbai Indians and Barbados Tridents.
With 860 sixes in 660 matches at a blistering strike rate of 150.98, Pollard’s ability to clear the ropes with ease has made him a nightmare for bowlers worldwide.
Pollard, who produced several match winning performances for the Mumbai Indians during his playing career, now serves as the team’s batting coach.Â
3. Andre Russell – 684 Sixes
Andre Russell’s explosive batting has been a highlight of T20 cricket since his debut in 2010.
Playing for various teams such as Kolkata Knight Riders and Jamaica Tallawahs, Russell has amassed 684 sixes in 494 matches at a staggering strike rate of 169.80, time and again proving his ability to single-handedly change the course of a game.
4. Colin Munro – 548 Sixes
Colin Munro, with his aggressive batting style, has been a consistent performer in T20 cricket since his debut in 2010.
Representing teams like Delhi Capitals and Trinbago Knight Riders, Munro has blasted 548 sixes in 428 matches at a formidable strike rate of 141.25, establishing himself as one of the premier power-hitters in the format.
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5. Rohit Sharma – 507 Sixes
Rohit Sharma’s elegance combined with brute force has made him a force to be reckoned with in T20 cricket. Playing primarily for Mumbai Indians, Sharma has dispatched 507 sixes in 439 matches at a commendable strike rate of 134.15, displaying his versatility as an opening batsman.
6. Alex Hales – 494 Sixes
Alex Hales’ aggressive stroke play has earned him accolades in T20 cricket since his debut so n 2009. Representing teams like Nottinghamshire and Sydney Thunder, Hales has hammered 494 sixes in 449 matches at an impressive strike rate of 146.39.
7. Jos Buttler – 486 Sixes
Jos Buttler’s ability to innovate and clear the boundary with ease has made him a prized asset in T20 cricket. Playing for teams like Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians, Buttler has struck 486 sixes in 413 matches at an outstanding strike rate of 144.76.
8. Brendon McCullum – 485 Sixes
Brendon McCullum, with his fearless approach, redefined the role of an opening batsman in T20 cricket. Representing teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Brisbane Heat, McCullum plundered 485 sixes in 370 matches at a strike rate of 136.49, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the pioneers of aggressive batting.
9. Glenn Maxwell – 478 Sixes
Glenn Maxwell’s audacious stroke play and ability to clear the boundary with unconventional shots have made him a fan favourite. Playing for teams like Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Melbourne Stars, Maxwell has smashed 478 sixes in 430 matches at a remarkable strike rate of 153.56, establishing himself as a match-winner in T20 cricket.
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10. Nicholas Pooran – 477 Sixes
Nicholas Pooran has emerged as a promising talent since 2013. Representing teams like Punjab Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders, Pooran has amassed 477 sixes in 327 matches at a commendable strike rate of 146.41.
FAQ’s about Most Sixes in T20 International Cricket
Q) Who has hit the most sixes in T20?
A) Chris Gayle’s 1056 sixes in 463 matches at a staggering strike rate of 144.75 place him right at the top of the list of most sixes in T20 cricket.Â
Q) Who has hit the most sixes in t20 international cricket?
A) With an impressive tally of 190 sixes in 151 matches spanning from 2007 to 2024, Rohit Sharma holds the record for most sixes in T20 international cricket.
Q) Who has hit the most sixes in a T20 innings?Â
A) Chris Gayle holds the record for most sixes in an innings in T20, with 17 sixes.
Q) How many sixes has Jos Buttler hit in T20 cricket?
A) Playing for teams like Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians, Jos Buttler has struck 486 sixes in 413 matches at an outstanding strike rate of 144.76.
