Longest Six in IPL

Sixes are very common in T20 cricket, especially in tournaments like the IPL where power hitters from around the globe showcase their ability to hit big shots. Players such as Chris Gayle, Rohit Sharma, MS Dhoni, and David Warner have all been prolific in hitting sixes in the IPL.

The record for the longest six in IPL belongs to South African all-rounder Albie Morkel. Back in the inaugural season of the IPL (2008), Morkel launched a monstrous six that traveled a staggering 125 meters against Deccan Chargers’ spinner Pragyan Ojha. 

The sheer power of the shot left everyone awestruck, and it remains the longest six in IPL history to this day.

Longest Six in IPL History | Top 10 Sixes

Sr. No.	Batsman	Team	Distance	Vs	Year
1.0	Albie Morkel	CSK	125 Meters	DC	2008.0
2.0	Praveen Kumar	Kings XI Punjab	124 Meters	RR	2008.0
3.0	Adam Gilchrist	Punjab Kings	122 Meters	RCB	2011.0
4.0	Robin Uthappa	RCB	120 Meters	MI	2010.0
5.0	Chris Gayle	RCB	119 Meters	Pune	2013.0
6.0	Yuvraj Singh	Kings XI Punjab	119 Meters	CSK	2009.0
7.0	Ross Taylor	RCB	119 Meters	CSK	2008.0
8.0	Ben Cutting	SRH	117 Meters	RCB	2016.0
9.0	Gautam Gambhir	KKR	117 Meters	RR	2013.0
10.0	Liam Livingstone	Punjab Kings	117 Meters	Gujrat	2022.0

Here is a detailed overview of the top 10 longest sixes in IPL History:

10. Liam Livingstone (Punjab Kings) – 117 Meters vs. Gujarat, 2022

Liam Livingstone made headlines in the 2022 season with his power-hitting abilities. Playing for Punjab Kings, Livingstone smashed a towering six that traveled 117 meters against Gujarat Titans. 

This incredible display of power and timing from Livingstone showcased his ability to clear the boundary with ease, making him a player to watch out for in future IPL seasons.

9. Gautam Gambhir (KKR) – 117 Meters vs. RR, 2013

Gautam Gambhir, the former Indian opener, was known for his elegant batting style. Playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2013 season, Gambhir surprised everyone with his power-hitting abilities. 

Gambhir’s six, which traveled 117 meters against Rajasthan Royals, remains one of the longest hits in IPL history.

8. Ben Cutting (SRH) – 117 Meters vs. RCB, 2016

Ben Cutting, the Australian all-rounder, displayed his power-hitting abilities while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2016 season. 

Cutting’s six, which traveled 117 meters against Royal Challengers Bangalore, showcased his ability to clear the boundary with ease. This innings was a testament to Cutting’s skill and power as a batsman in the T20 format.

7. Ross Taylor (RCB) – 119 Meters vs. CSK, 2008

Ross Taylor, the explosive New Zealand batsman, showcased his power-hitting abilities while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2008 season. 

Taylor hit a six, which traveled 119 meters against Chennai Super Kings, and remains one of the longest hits in IPL history.

6. Yuvraj Singh (Kings XI Punjab) – 119 Meters vs. CSK, 2009

Yuvraj Singh, the flamboyant Indian all-rounder, was known for his ability to clear the boundary with ease. Playing for Kings XI Punjab in the 2009 season, Yuvraj smashed a towering six that traveled 119 meters against Chennai Super Kings. 

This remarkable display of power and timing from Yuvraj showcased his ability to take on the best bowlers in the world and emerge victorious.

5. Chris Gayle (RCB) – 119 Meters vs. Pune, 2013

Chris Gayle is synonymous with power-hitting in T20 cricket. Playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2013 season, Gayle unleashed a monstrous six that traveled 119 meters against Pune Warriors India.

4. Robin Uthappa (RCB) – 120 Meters vs. MI, 2010

Robin Uthappa, a versatile Indian batsman, displayed his power-hitting abilities while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2010 season. 

Uthappa’s six, which traveled 120 meters against Mumbai Indians, showcased his ability to clear the boundary with ease.

3. Adam Gilchrist (Punjab Kings) – 122 Meters vs. RCB, 2011

Adam Gilchrist, the former Australian wicketkeeper-batsman, was known for his aggressive batting style. In the 2011 season, playing for Punjab Kings, Gilchrist unleashed a mighty blow that sailed 122 meters against Royal Challengers Bangalore. 

This remarkable display of power and timing from Gilchrist further cemented his legacy as one of the greatest wicketkeeper-batsmen in cricket history.

2. Praveen Kumar (Kings XI Punjab) – 124 Meters vs. RR, 2008

In the same season, Praveen Kumar, known more for his medium pace bowling, surprised everyone with his batting prowess. 

Playing for Kings XI Punjab, Kumar smashed a towering six that traveled 124 meters against Rajasthan Royals. It is the second biggest six in IPL.

1. Albie Morkel (CSK) – 125 Meters vs. DC, 2008

Albie Morkel’s massive six off the bowling of Deccan Chargers in the 2008 season remains one of the longest hits in IPL history. 

Playing for Chennai Super Kings, Morkel showcased his power-hitting abilities by sending the ball a staggering 125 meters into the stands. It is the biggest six in IPL history.

This incredible display of brute force set the tone for Morkel’s IPL career and solidified his reputation as a fearsome hitter of the cricket ball.

Longest Six in IPL 2023

The record for the Longest Six in IPL 2023 belongs to Faf du Plessis (RCB) with a monstrous hit of 115 meters against the Lucknow Super Giants.

Royal Challengers Bangalore were batting first against Lucknow Super Giants. Faf du Plessis was likely looking to accelerate the scoring rate in the later overs, and he capitalized on a short delivery from Bishnoi to send the ball sailing out of the stadium.

This record-breaking six by Faf du Plessis not only showcased his brute strength but also highlighted his strategic thinking during the crucial phase of the match.

Longest Six in IPL 2023 List

Sr. No.	Batsman	Team	Distance	Vs
1.0	Faf du Plessis	RCB	115 Meters	LSG
2.0	Tim David	MI	114 Meters	Punjab Kings
3.0	Jos Buttler	RR	112 Meters	LSG
4.0	Shivam Dube	CSK	111 Meters	LSG
5.0	Rinku Singh	MI	110 Meters	LSG
6.0	Marcus Stoinis	LSG	110 Meters	SRH