Cricmela presents the list of the longest sixes in the history of cricket where the batters have used all of their power to send the ball deep into the stands or outside the stadium.
With the advent of T20 cricket and the increasing demand for high-scoring matches, the ability to clear the boundary has become more important than ever.
T20 franchise cricket have played a significant role in the evolution of six-hitting. The fast-paced nature of these formats encourages batsmen to take risks and hit more sixes.
Longest Sixes in Cricket History
In cricket, hitting sixes is the fastest way to score runs, over the years, cricket has evolved from a traditional sport focused on technique to one where power-hitting plays a crucial role.
| Position | Player | Team | Opponent | Distance (Meters) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | South Africa | 153m | 2013 |
| 2 | Brett Lee | Australia | England | 130-135m | 2005 |
| 3 | Martin Guptill | New Zealand | South Africa | 127m | 2012 |
| 4 | Liam Livingstone | England | Pakistan | 122m | 2021 |
| 5 | Corey Anderson | New Zealand | India | 122m | 2014 |
| 6 | Mark Waugh | Australia | New Zealand | 120m | 1999 |
| 7 | Yuvraj Singh | India | Australia | 119m | 2007 |
| 8 | MS Dhoni | India | New Zealand | 118m | 2009 |
| 9 | Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | Australia | 118m | 2005 |
| 10 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | India | 116m | 2010 |
1) Shahid Afridi – 153m
Shahid Afridi, known as “Boom Boom Afridi,” holds the record for the longest six in cricket history. In 2013, during a match against South Africa, Afridi launched the ball an astonishing 153 meters, leaving fans and players in awe.
2) Brett Lee – 135m
Australian fast bowler Brett Lee, known more for his lethal pace, surprised everyone with a the second biggest six of 135 meters during a match against England in 2005. Brett Lee is the only bowler who smashed one of the longest six in the history of cricket.
3) Martin Guptill – 127m
New Zealand’s Martin Guptill, one of the most consistent performers in limited-overs cricket, hit a massive 127-meter six against South Africa in 2012. With nearly 250 sixes for New Zealand in ODI cricket, the Kiwi opener is one of the most lethal batters in the world right now.
4 Liam Livingstone – 122m
Liam Livingstone, an emerging star in English cricket, made headlines in 2021 with a 122-meter six against Pakistan. Liam Livingstone played a crucial role for England winning the T20 World Cup trophy for the second time in 2021.
5) Corey Anderson – 122m
Corey Anderson of New Zealand equaled Livingstone’s feat with a 122-meter six against India in 2014. Anderson’s the ex New Zealand cricketer is known for his great power hitting played for the USA during the T20 World Cup 2024.
6) Mark Waugh – 120m
Mark Waugh, an elegant Australian batsman, hit a monstrous 120-meter six against New Zealand in 1999.
Australia’s great and tremendously skilled batsman Mark Waugh was known for his elegant batting style is also considered as one of the best finishers in the cricket history.
7) Yuvraj Singh – 119m
Indian middle order batter Yuvraj Singh has recorded a 119-meter six against Australia in 2007. Yuvraj Singh was the first player to hit six sixes in an over, he achieved this feat during the T20 World Cup 2007 against England.
8) MS Dhoni – 118m
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni, known for his helicopter shot, struck a 118-meter six against New Zealand in 2009. Dhoni’s innovative shot-making and immense strength have made him one of the best finishers in cricket.
MS Dhoni has also been recognized as India’s one of the most successful captains. Dhoni has smashed some of the most visually stunning sixes in modern cricket history as one of the most effective wicket-keeper batsmen
9) Shahid Afridi – 118m
Shahid Afridi appears again on this list with a 118-meter six against Australia in 2005. Pakistani cricketer Shahid Khan Afridi was known for his brutal batting, and also holds the record for the fastest One-Day International hundreds in history with a 37-ball century.
10) Chris Gayle – 116m
Chris Gayle is most renowned for his destructiveness in T20 franchise cricket. West Indian opener Chris Gayle hit a 116-meter six against India in 2010. Gayle, known as the “Universe Boss,” is famous for his ability to hit towering sixes, and this shot was no exception.
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