One man. 357 sixes. And nobody has come close.
Since 2008, the IPL has redefined power-hitting in T20 cricket, and Chris Gayle sits at the very top, so dominant that the second name on this list would need 55 more sixes just to draw level.
But Gayle is not alone. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, AB de Villiers, the most sixes in IPL history list reads like a who’s who of the game’s greatest entertainers. Here is the definitive top 10.
Top 10 Players with Most Sixes in IPL History – Full List
The IPL features some of the most explosive hitters in cricket history. These players have consistently dominated with their six-hitting ability. Here’s the updated top 10 list for 2026.
| Rank | Player | Matches | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Gayle | 142 | 357 |
| 2 | Rohit Sharma | 272 | 302 |
| 3 | Virat Kohli | 267 | 291 |
| 4 | MS Dhoni | 278 | 264 |
| 5 | AB de Villiers | 184 | 251 |
| 6 | David Warner | 184 | 236 |
| 7 | Andre Russell | 140 | 223 |
| 8 | Kieron Pollard | 189 | 223 |
| 9 | Sanju Samson | 177 | 219 |
| 10 | KL Rahul | 145 | 208 |
1. Chris Gayle – 357 Sixes (The King of IPL Six-Hitting)
The “Universe Boss” is the undisputed king of IPL six-hitting. Playing for KKR, KXIP/PBKS, and RCB across 142 matches (2009–2021), Gayle smashed 357 sixes at a strike rate of 148.96.
His 175* against Pune Warriors in 2013, featuring a record 17 sixes in one innings, remains the highest score in IPL history. With an average of 39.72, Gayle proved he was a match-winner, not just a slogger.
2. Rohit Sharma – 302 Sixes (India’s Most Prolific IPL Six-Hitter)
The most capped player in IPL history, Rohit Sharma has hit 302 sixes across 272 matches for Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians (2008–2025). What sets him apart is his method, pure timing over brute force.
He accumulated 7,046 IPL runs across 17 seasons, making him the most prolific Indian six-hitter the league has ever seen.
3. Virat Kohli – 291 Sixes (RCB’s All-Time IPL Six-Hitting Legend)
The all-time leading run-scorer in IPL history with 8,661 runs, all in RCB colours, Kohli sits third on the all-time six-hitting list with 291 sixes from 267 matches.
His sixes come from wrist work and footwork rather than raw power, making him one of the most technically refined six-hitters in IPL history.
4. MS Dhoni – 264 Sixes (Captain Cool’s Explosive Six-Hitting Legacy)
Captain Cool is anything but quiet with the bat. Dhoni has hit 264 sixes across 278 matches at a strike rate of 137.45, almost always batting in the death overs for CSK and Rising Pune Supergiant.
His iconic helicopter shot has cleared the ropes in match-winning situations countless times across 17 IPL seasons.
5. AB de Villiers – 251 Sixes (Mr. 360°’s IPL Brilliance)
Mr. 360° had no weak zone on the field. De Villiers smashed 251 sixes across 184 matches for DC and RCB (2008–2021) at a strike rate of 151.68, one of the highest in this top 10.
With a highest score of 133* and an average of 39.70, his six-hitting always served match-winning innings rather than mere entertainment.
6. David Warner – 236 Sixes (IPL’s Most Consistent Overseas Six-Hitter)
Warner accumulated 6,565 runs and 236 sixes across 184 matches for DC and SRH (2009–2024), winning three Orange Caps and leading SRH to their only IPL title in 2016.
His batting average of 40.52, the best among overseas players with 100+ matches, proves he was a builder of innings, not just a boundary-hunter.
7. Andre Russell – 223 Sixes (The Most Destructive Six-Hitter Per Innings in IPL)
Russell’s numbers defy logic. The KKR all-rounder has hit 223 sixes in just 115 innings, nearly two per visit to the crease, with a strike rate of 174.17, the highest in this entire top 10.
He almost always bats in the death overs, yet still reaches figures that full-time top-order batters can only dream of.
8. Kieron Pollard – 223 Sixes (Mumbai Indians’ Six-Hitting Powerhouse)
Tied with Russell at 223 sixes, Pollard was the Mumbai Indians’ go-to finisher across 189 matches (2010–2022). A key figure in five of MI’s IPL titles, he struck at 147.32 and was a nightmare in the final overs.
His 3,412 runs may seem modest, but his impact on match outcomes was immeasurable.
9. Sanju Samson – 219 Sixes (Rajasthan Royals’ Modern-Day Six-Hitting Star)
The Rajasthan Royals captain has hit 219 sixes across 177 matches (2013–2025), striking at 139.04 with a highest score of 119.
Samson blends elegance with power, capable of anchoring an innings or going on the attack from the very first ball. As an active player, he has plenty more sixes left in him.
10. KL Rahul – 208 Sixes (IPL’s Most Efficient Six-Hitter)
Rahul completes the top 10 with 208 sixes from 145 matches, backed by a batting average of 46.21, the highest for any IPL batter with 5,000+ runs. In April 2025, he became the fastest Indian to 200 IPL sixes (129 innings).
His six-hitting is built on timing and precision rather than raw power, making every boundary count.
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Conclusion: Chris Gayle Leads the All-Time IPL Six-Hitters List!
Chris Gayle holds the all-time record for the most sixes in IPL history with 357 sixes, a number so dominant that the second-placed Rohit Sharma would need 55 more sixes just to draw level.
The IPL continues to attract world-class six-hitters, and as the tournament grows, this record list will keep evolving, but Gayle’s place at the top looks safe for many years to come.
