Matches with most sixes hit in IPL 2023

The art of hitting sixes has evolved significantly. Modern cricketers have refined their skills to unleash powerful strokes that send the ball flying out of the ground. Whether it’s the daring hook shots or the bold switch smashes, the new strokes found in the repertory of 360-degree players have made bowlers reevaluate their plans.

The frequency of sixes has reached record levels in T20 cricket, particularly in the highly competitive Indian Premier League (IPL), which is recognised for its world-class power-hitters. The impact player rule was introduced in the 2023 season of the IPL, allowing teams to incorporate an extra batter in their lineup. As a result, batters have had more freedom to play, resulting in higher scoring rates and a higher number of sixes. So today in this article we will discuss about top 3 matches with highest sixes in IPL 2023. 

#3 RCB vs LSG at Bengaluru (27 sixes) 

A total of 27 sixes were smashed in an exciting match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Bengaluru, making it a contest to remember. LSG batted first and achieved a daunting total of 213 for 9, aided by strong innings from Marcus Stoinis (65, including 5 sixes) and Nicholas Pooran (62, including 7 sixes). Mohammed Siraj was the RCB bowler of choice, taking three wickets for 22 runs.

The RCB’s reaction was similarly electrifying, as they launched a furious pursuit. Faf du Plessis batted unbeaten for 79 runs, clearing the ropes five times. Virat Kohli batted quickly for 61 runs, including four sixes, while Glenn Maxwell struck six sixes in his 59-run innings. Despite their valiant efforts, RCB fell just one wicket short, as Amit Mishra’s bowling statistics of 1 for 18 helped LSG secure a thrilling victory.

#2 KKR vs CSK at Kolkata (30 sixes) 

An incredible total of 30 sixes were hammered during a thrilling match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens. CSK set a challenging target of 236 runs, courtesy to their batsmen’s power-hitting performance. Ajinkya Rahane led the assault with a 71-ball 71, including five sixes. Opener Devon Conway produced 56 runs, including three sixes, and Shivam Dube contributed a quickfire 50 runs, including five sixes. KKR’s Khejroliya took two wickets but gave up 44 runs.

KKR fought bravely but finished 49 runs short of the massive mark. Jason Roy batted 61 and blasted five sixes to demonstrate his six-hitting skills. Rinku Singh also batted brilliantly, scoring 53 runs, including four sixes. The CSK bowlers, on the other hand, fought back, with Theekshana and Deshpande each getting two wickets. Despite both teams’ valiant attempts, it was CSK who emerged triumphant in a high-scoring contest, leaving the audience in amazement of the amazing number of sixes struck throughout the match.

#1 RCB vs CSK at Bengaluru (33 sixes) 

The fans witnessed a barrage of sixes totaling 33 in an exciting match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Chinnaswamy Stadium. CSK set a tough goal of 227, aided by a magnificent 83-run performance from Devon Conway, who hammered six huge sixes. Shivam Dube, who batted 52, also contributed to the six-hitting feast with five maximums.

The Royal Challengers Bangalore’s reply was equally aggressive, paced by Glenn Maxwell’s stunning 76-run innings, which included eight enormous sixes. Faf du Plessis also got in on the act, hitting four sixes in his 62-run knock. RCB lost by eight runs despite their heroics, but the game will be remembered for the spectacular show of power hitting.