Cricket is a sport known for thrilling moments, and one of its rarest feats is when a batter smashes six sixes in a single over. This electrifying achievement has only been recorded a handful of times in international cricket, and a few more in domestic and franchise leagues.
From Sir Garfield Sobers in 1968 to Dipendra Singh Airee and Riyan Parag in recent years, these remarkable performances showcase extraordinary power, skill, and composure under pressure. Let’s take a detailed look at the 6-ball 6-sixes record list across international, IPL, and domestic cricket.
6 Ball 6 Sixes Record list International Cricket
Hitting six sixes in international cricket is extremely rare. As of 2025, only five players have achieved this across ODIs and T20Is.
List of Players – International Cricket (ODI & T20I)
| Player | Country | Opponent | Format | Year | Bowler Faced | Match Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herschelle Gibbs | South Africa | Netherlands | ODI WC | 2007 | Daan van Bunge | SA won |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | England | T20 WC | 2007 | Stuart Broad | India won |
| Kieron Pollard | West Indies | Sri Lanka | T20I | 2021 | Akila Dananjaya | WI won |
| Jaskaran Malhotra | USA | Papua New Guinea | ODI | 2021 | Gaudi Toka | USA won |
| Dipendra Singh Airee | Nepal | Qatar | T20I | 2024 | Kamran Khan | Nepal won |
1. Herschelle Gibbs – First in International Cricket (ODI World Cup 2007)
- Gibbs became the first player to hit six sixes in an over in international cricket.
- Achieved during the 2007 ODI World Cup against the Netherlands.
- Scored 72 off 40 balls and helped South Africa post a huge total.
#OnThisDay in 2007, @hershybru became the first player to hit six sixes in an over at the @cricketworldcup. pic.twitter.com/CgAA0R1jpo
— ICC (@ICC) March 16, 2019
“It was special. You don’t see that every day. Gibbs was just in the zone — pure hitting, pure class.”
— Graeme Smith, after Gibbs’ six-sixes over against the Netherlands
2. Yuvraj Singh – Iconic T20I Sixes (T20 World Cup 2007)
- Yuvraj’s six sixes off Stuart Broad remain one of the most iconic cricketing moments.
- Came after a heated altercation with Andrew Flintoff.
- He scored the fastest T20I fifty ever (12 balls).
- India went on to win the inaugural T20 World Cup.
6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣ 6️⃣
— ICC (@ICC) December 12, 2019
Happy birthday @YUVSTRONG12! 🎂 pic.twitter.com/0ZFS3EBHnw
“Thanks to you I witnessed the six sixes from the best seat.”
— MS Dhoni, during a video chat with Yuvraj Singh, referencing Yuvraj’s six consecutive sixes in the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 — Dhoni was at the non-striker’s end when it happened.
3. Kieron Pollard – Power Show vs Sri Lanka (2021)
- Pollard smashed Akila Dananjaya for six sixes in Antigua.
- This happened just after the bowler had taken a hat-trick.
- Pollard’s 11-ball 38 guided West Indies to victory.
You will never have a better Mastercard Priceless Moment than this one! 👌🏾 @KieronPollard55 became the 1st West Indian to hit 6 sixes in a T20I over!#WIvSL #MastercardPricelessMoment #MenInMaroon pic.twitter.com/YOGItXOY8H
— Windies Cricket (@windiescricket) March 4, 2021
Welcome to the club @KieronPollard55 #sixsixes you beauty !!!⭐️ 🌟 ⭐️🌟⭐️🌟 – Yuvraj Singh
“Pollard, as we know, is very destructive.”
Angelo Mathews, acknowledging Pollard’s power-hitting after the match.
4. Jaskaran Malhotra – USA’s Historic Knock (ODI 2021)
- India-born Malhotra became the second player in ODIs to hit six sixes.
- Achieved against Papua New Guinea in Oman.
- Scored an unbeaten 173 off 124 balls, the highest individual score for USA.
🔥 CARNAGE 🔥
— ICC (@ICC) September 10, 2021
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Watch Jaskaran Malhotra creating history as he hit six sixes in an over against PNG!
Credit 📽️ @usacricket pic.twitter.com/go20e85J91
“What a ridiculous way to end an innings, and what a ridiculous individual performance that is by Malhotra – well done him.” Reddit
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5. Dipendra Singh Airee – Nepal’s Star (T20I 2024)
- Airee smashed six sixes in the final over against Qatar.
- Scored 64* off 21 balls in the ACC Men’s T20I Premier Cup.
- His knock helped Nepal secure a win by 32 runs.
𝗨𝗡𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗟 😵💫#NEPvQAT #ACCMensPremierCup #ACC pic.twitter.com/72Itd5INE1
— AsianCricketCouncil (@ACCMedia1) April 13, 2024
6 Ball 6 Sixes in IPL
For years, no one in the IPL managed six sixes in an over. Big hitters like Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Rinku Singh had hit five sixes in a row, but fell short.
That changed in IPL 2025, when Riyan Parag made history:
- Playing for Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens.
- Hit four sixes off Moeen Ali and then two off Varun Chakravarthy across consecutive overs (legal deliveries).
- Scored 95 off 45 balls, though RR lost by 1 run.
- First-ever batter to hit six consecutive sixes in IPL history.
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6 Ball 6 Sixes in Domestic & Franchise Cricket
Domestic cricket has seen more instances of this rare feat, with legends and modern hitters achieving it.
List of Players – Domestic & Other Leagues
| Player | Country/Team | Tournament | Year | Bowler Faced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Garfield Sobers | Nottinghamshire | County Championship | 1968 | Malcolm Nash |
| Ravi Shastri | Bombay (Mumbai) | Ranji Trophy | 1985 | Tilak Raj |
| Jordan Clark | Lancashire (2nd XI) | T20 (County 2nd XI) | 2013 | Gurman Randhawa |
| Ross Whitely | Worcestershire | T20 Blast | 2017 | Karl Carver |
| Hazratullah Zazai | Kabul Zwanan | Afghanistan Premier League | 2018 | Abdullah Mazari |
| Leo Carter | Canterbury Kings | Super Smash (NZ) | 2020 | Anton Devcich |
| Thisara Perera | Army Sports CC | Major Clubs Tournament (SL) | 2021 | Dilhan Cooray |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | Maharashtra | Vijay Hazare Trophy | 2022 | Shiva Singh (7 sixes incl. no-ball) |
| Priyansh Arya | South Delhi Superstarz | Delhi Premier League | 2024 | Unknown |
| Riyan Parag | Rajasthan Royals | IPL 2025 | 2025 | Ali & Chakravarthy |
Why is it so Rare?
- Skill & Power: Requires consistent clean hitting for six balls in a row.
- Pressure: Bowlers often adjust after 2–3 sixes, making it harder.
- Format: Limited-overs cricket (T20 & ODI) favors this more than Tests.
- Bowler Mistakes: Many instances came against spinners or when bowlers lost control under pressure.
Has Anyone Hit 6 Sixes in Test Cricket?
No player has ever achieved six sixes in an over in Test cricket.
The longer format makes such explosive batting rare, though players like Chris Gayle and Kapil Dev have hit multiple sixes in overs.
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Conclusion
The 6-ball 6-sixes record is one of cricket’s rarest milestones, blending aggression, confidence, and timing. From Sobers in 1968 to Airee and Parag in recent years, every instance is celebrated as a historic cricketing memory.
With the modern game evolving and batters becoming more fearless, fans can expect to witness more such unforgettable moments in the coming years.
