 "Top 10 longest sixes in IPL history")
In tournaments like the Indian Premier League (IPL), the presence of power hitters who can effortlessly launch big sixes adds an element of excitement. It makes things thrilling for fans and adds a layer of defeat for the opposing bowler and teams. In the 2023 IPL season, Nicholas Pooran showcased his prowess by smashing a 106-meter six, the longest of the season. Other notable big hitters like MS Dhoni and Sanju Samson also impressed with sixes breaching the 100 meters mark.
However, the record for the longest six in IPL history belongs to former all-rounder Albie Morkel, who blasted a colossal 125-meter six against Pragyan Ojha during the inaugural 2008 season while representing the Chennai Super Kings.
Surprisingly, heavyweights like MS Dhoni doesn’t feature in the top-10 list. Chris Gayle, however, does find a place at number five with a meaty 119 metre six in the 2013 season.
Following Morkel, Praveen Kumar stands as the second player with a 124-meter six against Lasith Malinga in IPL 2011. Adam Gilchrist’s 122-meter hit in the same season and Robin Uthappa’s 120-meter strike for RCB in 2010 secure them spots in the top-5.
Gayle, known as the ‘Universe Boss,’ shares the fifth spot with Yuvraj Singh for their 119-meter sixes in the 2013 season. Ross Taylor and Ben Cutting also feature with 119-meter and 117-meter sixes, respectively. Cutting’s explosive innings in the IPL 2016 final helped Sunrisers Hyderabad clinch their maiden title.
Impact Shorts
More ShortsGautam Gambhir and Liam Livingstone’s 117-meter hits further showcase the thrilling power-hitting moments in the history of the IPL.
| Player | Distance (in metres) | Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Albie Morkel | 125 | 2008 |
| Praveen Kumar | 124 | 2011 |
| Adam Gilchrist | 122 | 2011 |
| Robin Uthappa | 120 | 2010 |
| Chris Gayle | 119 | 2013 |
| Yuvraj Singh | 119 | 2009 |
| Ross Taylor | 119 | 2008 |
| Ben Cutting | 117 | 2016 |
| Gautam Gambhir | 117 | 2013 |
| Liam Livingstone | 117 | 2022 |
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