Rohit Sharma, two-time T20 World Cup winner for India, holds the record for the most sixes in T20 international cricket, making a notable mark with an astounding 205 sixes by the end of his T20I career. Sharma’s achievement surpasses other renowned players like AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle, both early contenders for this title.
The following list highlights the top 10 players who have hit the most sixes in T20 international cricket.
Top 10 Most Sixes in T20 International Cricket
| Player | Nationality | Matches | T20I Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | India | 159 | 205 |
| Martin Guptill | New Zealand | 122 | 173 |
| Jos Buttler | England | 124 | 137 |
| Glenn Maxwell | Australia | 113 | 134 |
| Surya Kumar Yadav | India | 68 | 133 |
| Nicholas Pooran | West Indies | 95 | 132 |
| Paul Stirling | Ireland | 145 | 128 |
| Aaron Finch | Australia | 103 | 125 |
| Chris Gayle | West Indies | 79 | 124 |
| Virat Kohli | India | 125 | 124 |
1. Rohit Sharma | 205 T20I Sixes
Rohit Sharma made his T20I debut during the 2007 T20 World Cup in South Africa, where he displayed potential with middle-order contributions. After brief setbacks in 2008, he became a mainstay for India, reaching five T20I centuries, a record he shares with Glenn Maxwell. Sharma’s notable performances include hitting 29 sixes against Australia and 22 against Bangladesh, solidifying his “Hitman” reputation.
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2. Martin Guptill | 173 T20I Sixes
Martin Guptill became New Zealand’s T20I power-hitter, amassing 173 sixes in 122 matches. Known for his short-arm pull shot, Guptill rose to fame after scoring a century against South Africa and later another against England.
3. Jos Buttler | 137 T20I Sixes
Jos Buttler emerged as a global T20 star from England. Known for his powerful batting and success in the IPL, Buttler hit 137 sixes in 124 T20Is, particularly excelling against teams like Australia and India.
4. Glenn Maxwell | 134 T20I Sixes
An entertainer in the truest sense, Glenn Maxwell is famous for his innovative shots, like reverse sweeps, and his rapid scoring. Maxwell has five T20I centuries and a penchant for sixes, especially against India.
5. Surya Kumar Yadav | 133 T20I Sixes
India’s Surya Kumar Yadav, often compared to AB de Villiers for his 360-degree hitting ability, has quickly established himself as a powerful T20I batsman. Despite a shorter career, he has already hit four T20I centuries and is known for his sixes against West Indies.
6. Nicholas Pooran | 132 T20I Sixes
Known for his natural six-hitting ability, Nicholas Pooran quickly bounced back from a serious injury to become one of West Indies’ top T20 talents, hitting 132 sixes without yet scoring a T20I century.
7. Paul Stirling | 128 T20I Sixes
Ireland’s Paul Stirling is known for his powerful shots, such as straight drives and midwicket pulls. Stirling’s T20I consistency has kept Ireland competitive, especially with his performance against Afghanistan and Zimbabwe.
8. Aaron Finch | 125 T20I Sixes
Australia’s former captain Aaron Finch, a T20 specialist, holds the record for two of the highest T20I innings scores (172 vs. Zimbabwe and 156 vs. England). Finch’s power game made him a force in T20 leagues worldwide.
9. Chris Gayle | 124 T20I Sixes
The “Universe Boss” Chris Gayle began his T20I career later but quickly became a sensation. Known for his unmatched power, Gayle’s 175-run IPL innings remains the league’s highest score. In T20Is, he consistently dominated Australia.
10. Virat Kohli | 124 T20I Sixes
Virat Kohli, second only to Rohit Sharma in T20I runs, holds the highest average among the six-hitting elite. Known for his technical finesse, Kohli’s lone T20I century came against Afghanistan, but he scored most prolifically against Australia.
With T20 cricket gaining global appeal, the game has shifted from purely power-hitting to technical mastery. Players like Rohit Sharma, Glenn Maxwell, and Surya Kumar Yadav continue to demonstrate how the T20 format can blend power with skill, showcasing a new era of six hitters in international cricket.
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