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Top 5: Most sixes hit in a men’s T20 game – April 2024

April 27, 2024

The 42nd game of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 turned into a six-hitting spectacle hosted at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. It showcased an exhilarating showdown between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). This match witnessed an unprecedented barrage of sixes, setting a new record for the most sixes in a T20 match. PBKS successfully chased down a formidable target of 262 runs, establishing a new milestone for the highest run chase in T20 cricket.

5 highest six hitting T20 matches

1. KKR vs PBKS, Kolkata, IPL 2024

The clash between KKR and PBKS in IPL 2024 will be etched in cricketing history as the epitome of six-hitting brilliance. Played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, this match witnessed an astonishing 42 sixes, as both teams engaged in a relentless display of power-hitting.

2. SRH vs MI, Hyderabad, IPL 2024

Hyderabad witnessed a six-hitting extravaganza during the IPL 2024 encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI). In a display of raw firepower, the batters from both sides cleared the ropes 38 times, treating the fans to an unforgettable spectacle.

3. RCB vs SRH, Bengaluru, IPL 2024

Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium played host to another six-fest in IPL 2024 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clashed with SRH. With 38 sixes raining down on the ground, this match showcased the explosive potential of T20 cricket.

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4. Balkh Legends vs Kabul Zwanan, Sharjah, APL 2018/19

The Afghanistan Premier League (APL) witnessed a historic showdown between Balkh Legends and Kabul Zwanan in Sharjah during the 2018/19 season. With 37 sixes punctuating the contest, batters from both teams showcased their ability to clear the boundary with ease.

5. SKNP vs JT, Basseterre, CPL 2019

The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) provided its fair share of fireworks as St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots (SKNP) clashed with Jamaica Tallawahs (JT) in Basseterre during the 2019 season. A total of 37 sixes were struck in this pulsating encounter, captivating fans with its thrilling display of power-hitting.