Scoring six sixes in an over is a rare and spectacular feat in cricket, showcasing great power, accuracy and consistency. Reaching a maximum of 36 runs in an over is a testament to the batsman’s skill and ability to handle pressure. Even though such a rare achievement is quite challenging, too few cricketers have been able to accomplish it at the international and domestic levels emphasizing the greatness of the sport. This path mastered by a few in the world of sports is explored below.

Here’s a list of players with 6 Sixes in an Over in International Cricket:

1. Herschelle Gibbs (South Africa) vs. Netherlands (2007 ODI World Cup)

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Herschelle Gibbs was the first cricketer to hit six sixes in an international match. During the 2007 ODI World Cup in Basseterre, South Africa faced the Netherlands. In the 30th over, Gibbs smashed Daan van Bunge for six consecutive sixes, taking South Africa’s score from 178 to 214. His blistering knock of 72 runs off 40 balls laid the foundation for South Africa’s total of 353. The Proteas won the match by 221 runs, and Gibbs was named Player of the Match.

2. Yuvraj Singh (India) vs. England (2007 T20 World Cup)

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Yuvraj Singh etched his name in history during the inaugural T20 World Cup. In a group match against England, Yuvraj hit Stuart Broad for six consecutive sixes after a heated exchange with Andrew Flintoff in the previous over. His explosive innings of 58 runs off just 16 balls included the fastest fifty in T20 cricket at that time, achieved in just 12 deliveries. India scored 218/4 and secured an 18-run victory.

3. Kieron Pollard (West Indies) vs. Sri Lanka (2021)

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In a T20I against Sri Lanka, Kieron Pollard became the third player to hit six sixes in international cricket. Facing Akila Dananjaya at the Coolidge Cricket Ground, Pollard achieved the feat in the sixth over while chasing a modest target of 132. His quickfire 38 off 11 balls helped the West Indies secure a comfortable victory.

4. Jaskaran Malhotra (USA) vs. Papua New Guinea (2021)

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USA’s Jaskaran Malhotra entered the elite list during an ODI against Papua New Guinea in Al Amerat. In the final over of the innings, Malhotra smashed Gaudi Toka for six sixes, finishing with an unbeaten 173 off 124 balls. The USA won the match by 134 runs.

5. Dipendra Singh Airee (Nepal) vs. Qatar (2024)

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Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee showcased his batting prowess by smashing six consecutive sixes against Qatar during the ACC Men’s T20I tournament. His power-hitting performance marked a significant moment in Nepalese cricket.

6 Sixes in an Over in Domestic Cricket:

1. Sir Garfield Sobers (1968)

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West Indies legend Sir Garfield Sobers became the first cricketer to achieve this feat in professional cricket. Playing for Nottinghamshire in a County Championship match, Sobers hit Malcolm Nash for six consecutive sixes, cementing his place in history.

2. Ravi Shastri (1985)

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Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri joined the list during a Ranji Trophy match for Mumbai against Baroda. Known for his defensive style, Shastri surprised everyone by smashing Tilak Raj for six sixes in an over.

3. Ross Whiteley (2017)

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Ross Whiteley accomplished the feat in England’s NatWest T20 Blast, smashing Yorkshire’s Karl Carver for six sixes in one over while playing for Worcestershire.

4. Hazratullah Zazai (2018)

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Afghanistan’s Hazratullah Zazai achieved this milestone during the Afghanistan Premier League. Playing for Kabul Zwanan, Zazai hit Abdullah Mazari for six sixes in one over, scoring 62 runs off 17 balls.

5. Leo Carter (2020)

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New Zealand’s Leo Carter hit six sixes in an over during a Super Smash match for Canterbury against Northern Districts, turning the game in Canterbury’s favor.

6. Thisara Perera (2021)

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Sri Lanka’s Thisara Perera achieved the feat in a domestic List A game, smashing Dilhan Cooray for six sixes while playing for Sri Lanka Army Sports Club.

7. Ruturaj Gaikwad (2022)

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Ruturaj Gaikwad created history in the Vijay Hazare Trophy by hitting seven consecutive sixes (including a no-ball) in one over, scoring an astonishing 43 runs. He played for Maharashtra against Uttar Pradesh, finishing with an unbeaten 220.

FAQs

1. What is the number of cricketers who have accomplished the task of hitting 6 sixes in a single over in international cricket?

This record has been set by five individuals in the sport of international cricket: Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, Kieron Pollard, Jaskaran Malhotra, and Dipendra Singh Airee.

2. Has there been a case of anyone hitting 6 sixes in an over in IPL any time?

As of the year 2024, no cricketer has managed to hit б sixes in one over in IPL.