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Most Sixes in IPL
Chris Gayle holds the record for hitting the most sixes in IPL, with a total of 356 sixes across multiple seasons in the tournament. Following him, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are among the leading players with the most sixes in IPL, known for their aggressive batting and ability to clear the boundary consistently. These players have redefined power-hitting in the league, playing crucial roles in building high scores and entertaining fans with their explosive performances. Apart from individual records, teams have also made significant contributions, with fans often tracking the most sixes in IPL by team to analyze overall batting dominance. Below, we have provided a complete overview of the most sixes in IPL, including individual records and team performances.
Updated 3rd April 2026
Most Sixes in IPL History
| PLAYER | 6S | MAT | INNS | RUNS | SR | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chris Gayle | 356 | 139 | 139 | 4,954 | 149.04 | 39.95 |
Rohit Sharma | 302 | 267 | 267 | 7,046 | 132.10 | 29.73 |
Virat Kohli | 288 | 257 | 257 | 8,634 | 132.71 | 39.79 |
MS Dhoni | 264 | 242 | 242 | 5,439 | 137.45 | 38.30 |
AB de Villiers | 250 | 168 | 168 | 5,095 | 151.91 | 39.80 |
David Warner | 234 | 183 | 183 | 6,546 | 139.66 | 40.66 |
Andre Russell | 223 | 133 | 133 | 2,651 | 174.18 | 28.20 |
Kieron Pollard | 223 | 181 | 181 | 3,412 | 147.32 | 28.67 |
Sanju Samson | 216 | 171 | 171 | 4,676 | 138.75 | 30.76 |
KL Rahul | 208 | 135 | 135 | 5,212 | 136.26 | 46.54 |
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FAQs
Who has hit the most sixes in IPL history?
Chris Gayle holds the record for hitting the most sixes in IPL history, followed by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, known for their explosive batting performances.
Which team has hit the most sixes in IPL history?
Mumbai Indians holds the record for hitting the most sixes in IPL history, followed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, showcasing their aggressive batting approach across seasons.