Top 5 Batsmen with Most Sixes in T20 International Cricket

Introduced in the early 2000s, The T20 format of cricket has transformed into a fast-paced show that attracts a huge audience. The format has seen numerous destructive batters who have great ability to read the game, hit unconventional shots and manipulate the field placements. This not only gives a good spectacle to the audience but also changes the pace of the game in just a few hours. In this article, we will have a look at the top 5 batsmen who have hit the most sixes in T20 international cricket. 

5) Glenn Maxwell: 134  

The Australian All-rounder Glenn Maxwell is one of the most skilled batsmen in international cricket. Maxwell has always stepped up for his team when needed. He has played 113 T20 matches till now and hit 134 sixes. Overall, the Australian has smashed 291 sixes in 250 international matches. 

4) Jos Buttler: 137 

The England skipper Jos Butler made his T20 debut in 2011 and since then has been a consistent player in the format and has performed well for his team. So far, Butler has hit 137 sixes in T20 international cricket. He has smashed a total of 336 sixes in his international career.

3) Suryakumar Yadav: 133

The Indian 360-degree player Suryakumar Yadav has been the star for the T20 format since his international debut in 202. In 74 matches Sky has played so far, he has hit 144 sixes. He has surpassed England’s Jos Butler in this list. Overall in his international career, Surya has smashed 163 sixes.

2) Martin Guptill: 173 

Former New Zealand opening batsman Martin Guptill made his T20 international debut in 2009 against Australia. During his career, Guptill played 122 T20 matches and hit 173 sixes in the format. Overall, the Kiwi player has hit 383 sixes in international cricket. Martin Guptill announced his retirement from international cricket on November 26, 2023. 

1) Rohit Sharma: 205 

The Indian team captain Rohit Sharma is known for his powerful batting and ability to hit huge boundaries. Since his T20 debut in 2007 till 2024, The Hitman has smashed 205 sixes in international cricket, which is the most by any cricketer in the T20 International. Rohit also holds the record for hitting most sixes in international cricket, having hit 623 sixes in 485 matches so far.