5 Players With Most Sixes In IPL Match: Record-Breaking Performances

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has redefined the art of power-hitting in cricket. Over the years, several batsmen have showcased their incredible ability to clear the boundary with ease, making six-hitting a spectacle for fans worldwide.

Some innings, however, have stood out for their sheer dominance, as players launched an unprecedented number of sixes in a single match.

Top 5 Most Sixes in a Single IPL Match Table

Rank	Player	Sixes Hit	Runs Scored	Balls Faced	Match	Date	Team
1	Chris Gayle	17	175*	66	RCB vs. PWI	April 23, 2013	Royal Challengers Bangalore
2	Brendon McCullum	13	158*	73	KKR vs. RCB	April 18, 2008	Kolkata Knight Riders
3	Chris Gayle	13	128*	62	RCB vs. DD	May 17, 2012	Royal Challengers Bangalore
4	Chris Gayle	12	117	57	RCB vs. KXIP	May 6, 2015	Royal Challengers Bangalore
5	AB de Villiers	12	129*	52	RCB vs. GL	May 14, 2016	Royal Challengers Bangalore

1. Chris Gayle – 17 Sixes (RCB vs. PWI, 2013)

Runs Scored: 175* off 66 balls
Match Date: April 23, 2013
Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

#OnThisDay in 2013 🆚 PWI, we witnessed peak Gayle-storm 🌪️

Runs: 1️⃣7️⃣5️⃣*
Balls: 6️⃣6️⃣
4s: 1️⃣3️⃣
6s: 1️⃣7️⃣
SR: 2️⃣6️⃣5️⃣.1️⃣

Still the highest-ever individual score in T20s!

We finished on the highest team score in IPL of 2️⃣6️⃣3️⃣

Where were you when this match happened? 😍#PlayBold pic.twitter.com/IwEljUiW74
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) April 23, 2023

No list of six hitters is complete without Chris Gayle. The ‘Universe Boss’ set the IPL on fire in 2013 when he played an unforgettable knock of 175 off 66 balls* against Pune Warriors India.

During this inning, he smashed a record 17 sixes, the most ever hit by a player in a single IPL match. His breathtaking innings propelled RCB to a colossal total of 263/5, the highest-ever team total in IPL history. This remains one of the most dominant batting performances in T20 cricket.

2. Brendon McCullum – 13 Sixes (KKR vs. RCB, 2008)

Runs Scored: 158* off 73 balls
Match Date: April 18, 2008
Team: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

In the inaugural match of the IPL in 2008, Brendon McCullum played an electrifying innings, hammering an unbeaten 158 off 73 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

This innings included 13 sixes, setting the stage for the IPL’s legacy of explosive batting. His knock not only gave KKR a massive win but also made a statement about the league’s future as a powerhouse of entertainment.

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3. Chris Gayle – 13 Sixes (RCB vs. DD, 2012)

Runs Scored: 128* off 62 balls
Match Date: May 17, 2012
Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

Once again, Chris Gayle is featured on this elite list, proving his dominance in T20 cricket. In 2012, against Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), he smashed an unbeaten 128 off 62 balls, which included 13 sixes.

Gayle’s innings helped RCB secure a commanding win, and it was another reminder of his unmatched ability to clear the ropes with ease.

4. Chris Gayle – 12 Sixes (RCB vs. KXIP, 2015)

Runs Scored: 117 off 57 balls
Match Date: May 6, 2015
Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

Chris Gayle appears yet again on this list, further cementing his reputation as the greatest six-hitter in IPL history. His innings of 117 off 57 balls against Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) featured 12 sixes, single-handedly dismantling the opposition’s bowling attack.

This match showcased why he is regarded as one of the most destructive batsmen in T20 cricket.

5. AB de Villiers – 12 Sixes (RCB vs. GL, 2016)

Runs Scored: 129* off 52 balls
Match Date: May 14, 2016
Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

AB de Villiers, known for his 360-degree stroke play, makes it to this list with an extraordinary knock of 129 off 52 balls* against Gujarat Lions. His innings included 12 sixes, displaying his sheer class and innovation.

His partnership with Virat Kohli in this match was one of the most thrilling in IPL history, as RCB amassed a massive total and clinched a memorable victory.

These five innings exemplify the power-hitting spectacle that the IPL brings to cricket fans. While Chris Gayle dominates this list, other players like Brendon McCullum and AB de Villiers have also left their mark with some unforgettable six-hitting masterclasses.

With each passing IPL season, new records continue to be set, and as T20 cricket evolves, we can expect even more explosive performances in the future.