Most Sixes in IPL 2026: Top 10 Players with the Highest Sixes

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit the most sixes in IPL 2026, smashing a record-breaking 72 sixes in just 16 matches for Rajasthan Royals. The 2026 IPL had a few of the most explosive batting moments of the history of the tournament which saw power players captivating the fans with fearless strokes and amazing strike rates.

There were a few batters who showed their prowess by consistently taking the boundary ropes down from experienced international players to emerging Indians.

The six hitters led by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in a big way and the performances of Abhishek Sharma, Rajat Patidar, Ryan Rickelton, Mitchell Marsh and Shubman Gill were also superb. Let’s take a look at the players who have hit the most sixes in IPL 2026 season.

Top 10 Players with the Most Sixes in IPL 2026

Most Sixes in IPL 2026

1. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals) – 72 Sixes

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was definitely the top batsman of IPL 2026! The young left-hander from Rajasthan Royals revolutionised the club’s batting with his fearless righty! He also put up an impressive 776 runs in 16 innings, with an amazing strike rate of 237.30. He could hit the ball at any speed, whether it be fast or slow, and his ability to hit the ball at the spin also made him one of the most difficult batters to bowl.

The best part of his campaign was an incredible 72 sixes to comfortably be the highest in the season by any player. Sooryavanshi was able to hit the boundary clean either towards the new ball or towards his own bat as he was at the plate during the death overs. With an impressive bat swing, great timing and a no fear attitude he was able to beat experienced bowlers throughout the tournament.

2. Abhishek Sharma (Sunrisers Hyderabad) – 43 Sixes

In another fine display for his side, Abhishek Sharma demonstrated his status as one of the most lethal T20 openers in the game. With the Sunrisers Hyderabad team, he kept his attacking approach going and hit 563 runs in 15 innings, at a staggering strike rate of 204.72. SRH got great starts in several matches with his fearless effort in the powerplay against the fast bowlers. Abhishek was in second place with 43 sixes.

He played a lot of aggressive powerplay batting and most of these maximums were against bowlers long-on and over midwicket. He was one of the highlights of the tournament with his clean hitting and ability to clear even the largest boundaries. His best came when he was at the plate with the bat in hand. His highest individual score in the season was 135 (not out)* off 68 balls.

3. Rajat Patidar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) – 42 Sixes

Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar had another strong IPL season with the bat, batting consistently and aggressively to score 501 runs in 15 innings. He played with a great sense of positivity throughout the tournament and his strike rate was 192.69.

This shot 42 sixes, which makes him third on the tournament’s chart of six hitters after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma. Instead of many power hitters, Patidar’s hitting was not just about brute force, his balls were well placed and well-timed, supported by elegant footwork.

He showed great capability to protect himself from pace and spin and made himself one of the most reliable middle order batsman for RCB. He collected five half-centuries for the season, a stellar unbeaten 93 off 33 balls, which was the season-best.

4. Ryan Rickelton (Mumbai Indians) – 38 Sixes

South Africa’s Ryan Rickelton made his IPL debut with Mumbai Indians with a bang. He featured in just 12 matches, but had scored 448 runs with a strike rate of 186.66. His aggressive approach in the batting style was an ideal match for Mumbai’s aggressive approach.

Rickelton was also the top scorer for Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2026, with 38 sixes. He was a useful addition for the five-time champions as he could dominate the pace bowling and get quick off the pace in the middle. He was a frequent attacker on straight lines and on square leg areas and his timing and power were outstanding.

5. Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants) – 36 sixes

Mitchell Marsh has been playing one of the most lethal complete bowlers in T20 cricket. The Australian had a key contribution in the form of a top-order batsman for Lucknow Super Giants, as he made a difference in a few games. In 13 innings, he managed to keep his strike rate at 163.18 and averaged an impressive 43.30, which helped pave the way for big totals for Lucknow.

Marsh played a total of 36 sixes in IPL 2026, 5th in the list of top 6 hitters in the tournament. He was a strong batsman who was able to put pressure on the bowling attack, often down the ground and through the leg side. He was not deterred by the problem either of express pace or quality spin, and could beat the ropes at will and change the flow of a game within a few overs.

6. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans) – 33 sixes 

In the IPL, Shubman Gill didn’t disappoint, as he continued his impressive batting performance. Gill was renowned for his stroke play and his timing, he was able to combine the classical with the modern, T20 cricket. He scored 732 runs in 16 games with an average of 45.75 with a strike rate of 163.02.

Gill is considered a technically good batter but in the IPL 2026, he displayed a different side of his batting. He blasted 33 sixes in the season, which is an ample amount to prove that he can get the ball going when he needs to. Gill also managed to register one century and 6 half-centuries during the tournament, and was one of the most consistent batters of the entire event.

He was the pillar of the Gujarat Titans innings, not only scoring at a fantastic pace but also holding the top spot in the order too. 

7. Priyansh Arya (Punjab Kings) – 32 Sixes

Priyansh Arya was one of the brightest young talents of the IPL 2026 season, who fearlessly played for the Punjab Kings. The young opener never failed to entertain fans in his 14 appearances, with an incredible strike rate of 211.62 and scored 364 runs, which was one of the most explosive scoring rates of the tournament.

He had 32 sixes to go with it, which was the performance of several international stars. He was aggressive right from the off as he would keep targeting bowlers from the first ball of the power play. This fearless strategy enabled the Punjab Kings to post quick starts and put pressure on the opponents at the beginning of the match. He was off a century this season, but he had three half-centuries, which showed his class at the top.

8. Cooper Connolly (Punjab Kings) – 32 Sixes

Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly had a memorable IPL debut with the Punjab Kings. He made a smooth transition to Indian conditions and was soon to be making a mark in the top-order batting and was a clean and efficient striker. His overall performance in 14 games was impressive with 491 runs from 255 balls, an average of 44.63 and a strike rate of 163.12.

In the second edition of the IPL 2026, Connolly has struck 32 sixes in the tournament, making him partner with Priyansh Arya and Ishan Kishan in the chart of six hitters in the tournament. A left-arm orthodox bowler, but injured his back and played only as an orthodox specialist batter, he was a master of pace and spin batting at number three.

He had always been composed under pressure and his unbeaten 107 off the Hyderabad bowling was one of his finest performances, as he was one of the brightest young overseas talents.

9. Ishan Kishan (SRH) – 32 Sixes

If you were to compare the best IPL season of Ishan Kishan’s career with the one he has had with Sunrisers Hyderabad, you will see that he had a much better season with the team. The wicketkeeper-batter started the game for the players and had a natural ability to hit big early on in the game and lead the team to a number of memorable victories.

Strike rate was a very impressive 182.42 in 15 appearances with 602 runs, including 32 sixes. Kishan was very successful against spin and was unbeatable against pace, which enabled him to easily control the bowlers all tournament long. He was an elusive hitter to handle the variety of shots he could hit, including lofted drives, pull shots and reverse sweeps.

After making his debut in the IPL 2025, Kishan had already showcased his talent with a maiden century in his debut match, continuing that momentum, he amassed six 50-plus scores in his debut 2026 season, further affirming his consistency at the highest level.

10. KL Rahul (Delhi Capitals) – 31 Sixes

KL Rahul’s performance was a blend of grace, poise, and measured aggression, resulting in him being among the top six hitters in the IPL 2026. While playing for Delhi Capitals, Rahul scored 593 runs in 14 matches with an impressive batting average of 45.61 and strike rate of 174.41. The innings was in keeping with the style of T20 cricket today, where consistency and explosive strokes go hand in hand. Rahul also had a lot of sixes in the season, with some coming at critical moments of the innings, to go with 31 sixes.

Rahul did not have to hurl the shot with all his might, but with a classy timing, placement and shot selection. He has been one of the most reliable batsmen for Delhi Capitals as he has the ability to accelerate after finding his groove.

The best performance of Rahul was his unbeaten 152, which is one of the highest individual scores in IPL 2026. He had also upped his 50+ game with five scores in the 50+ range, enabling him to execute the game throughout the tournament. 

Conclusion

The IPL 2026 season is undoubtedly going to be etched in the history of cricket power hitters as batters kept batting their big guns in the shortest format of the game. In the overall scenario, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set the record straight for fearless performances as he hit an astounding 72 sixes, leading the way for the rest of the tournament.

Also, veteran stars like Abhishek Sharma, Rajat Patidar, Mitchell Marsh, Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan and KL Rahul went to the highest estimates and newcomers Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly made their maiden call up to the big league format. The league was an aggressive form of cricket as the players’ impressive hitting numbers helped to make the matches memorable.

They did not get the benefit of modern pitches, but of players’ swing of the bat and daring, and they adopted a style which allowed them to get the run in and to entertain the audience with their stroke play.

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