T20 cricket is a game of sixes, and no one has mastered it better on the World Cup stage than Chris Gayle. The “Universe Boss” is the leading six-hitter in T20 World Cup history with 63 sixes in 33 matches. Even though he last played in 2021, no batter has gone past his record.
He is followed by Rohit Sharma, who has smashed 50 sixes in 47 matches. Jos Buttler stands third with 44 sixes in 39 games.
The list is dominated by India and Australia, with three batters each in the top 10. These players have defined power-hitting in T20 World Cup history. Keep reading to explore their records in detail.
Top 10 Most Sixes In T20 World Cup History
Let’s have a look at the top 10 six-hitters of the T20 World Cup History.
| Player | Span | Matches | 6s | Runs | Highest Score | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CH Gayle (WI) | 2007-2021 | 33 | 63 | 965 | 117 | 34.46 |
| RG Sharma (IND) | 2007-2024 | 47 | 50 | 1220 | 92 | 34.85 |
| JC Buttler (ENG) | 2012-2026 | 39 | 44 | 1066 | 101* | 38.07 |
| DA Warner (AUS) | 2009-2024 | 41 | 40 | 984 | 89* | 25.89 |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz (AFG) | 2021-2026 | 19 | 36 | 545 | 84 | 28.68 |
| V Kohli (IND) | 2012-2024 | 35 | 35 | 1292 | 89* | 58.72 |
| Yuvraj Singh (IND) | 2007-2016 | 31 | 33 | 593 | 70 | 23.72 |
| GJ Maxwell (AUS) | 2012-2026 | 34 | 32 | 640 | 74 | 26.66 |
| SR Watson (AUS) | 2007-2016 | 24 | 31 | 537 | 81 | 28.26 |
| AB de Villiers (SA) | 2007-2016 | 30 | 30 | 717 | 79* | 29.87 |
1. Chris Gayle (West Indies): 63 Sixes
The Universe Boss, Chris Gayle, is the top six-hitter in T20 World Cup history. In 33 matches, he hit 63 sixes with a strike rate of 142.75. From 2007 to 2021, he dominated bowlers in many tournaments.
His amazing 117-run innings is still one of the most powerful knocks in T20 World Cup history. No other batter has been able to match his record for hitting so many sixes on the World Cup stage, as the next batter has hit 50 sixes.
2. Rohit Sharma (India): 50 Sixes
The 2024 World Cup winner Rohit Sharma is widely seen as India’s best batter in T20 World Cup history. In 47 matches, he has hit 50 sixes and makes big shots look very easy.
With a strike rate of 133.04 and 2209 runs, he not only scores quickly but also scores a lot of runs. Very few players in this list match his mix of consistency and power.
3. Jos Buttler (England): 44 Sixes
Jos Buttler is one of the most dangerous modern batters in the T20 World Cups. In 39 matches, he has hit 44 sixes with an impressive strike rate of 146.62, which is the 3rd highest in this list.
Buttler’s six-hitting is smart and powerful at the same time, which makes him one of England’s most important players in T20 World Cups.
4. David Warner (Australia): 40 Sixes
David Warner has been a consistent powerhouse for Australia across five T20 World Cups. His 40 sixes in 41 matches came at a strike rate of 134.24.
Warner’s pull shot and ramp over fine leg are among the most reliable six-hitting shots in the game, and he delivered them consistently on the biggest stage.
5. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan): 36 Sixes
The youngest name on this list is arguably Rahmanullah Gurbaz. He has smashed 36 sixes in just 19 matches, a remarkable return that puts him ahead of legends.
Since making his debut in 2021, the Afghan opener has played fearless cricket against every bowling attack. He averages 28.68 and has a strike rate of 131.96. With his strong performances, he looks set to move higher on this list in the coming years.
6. Virat Kohli (India): 35 Sixes
Virat Kohli is not mainly known for hitting sixes, but 35 sixes in 35 matches is still very impressive. His shot against Haris Rauf in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 is declared as the shot of the century.
With an amazing average of 58.72 and 1292 runs, he is the most consistent batter in T20 World Cup history. His sixes may not look flashy, but they are well-timed and often change the result of the match.
7. Yuvraj Singh (India): 38 Sixes
Yuvraj Singh will always be remembered in T20 World Cup history. He famously hit six sixes in one over in 2007. In his T20 World Cup career, he has hit 38 sixes in 31 matches.
His fearless batting in the middle order changed the way India played in knockout matches. He had a strike rate of 128.91 and a highest score of 70. But these numbers do not fully show how dangerous and powerful he was at his best.
8. Glenn Maxwell (Australia): 32 Sixes
Glenn Maxwell is chaos personified at the crease. In 34 matches, he has hit 32 sixes with a strike rate of 141.90, tormenting bowlers with his 360-degree hitting.
Maxwell’s ability to turn a game in a single over makes him one of the most exciting players in T20 World Cup history.
9. Shane Watson (Australia): 31 Sixes
Shane Watson was a powerful opener for Australia. In 24 matches, he smashed 31 sixes with a strong strike rate of 140.94. From 2007 to 2016, he often gave Australia fast and attacking starts in T20 World Cups.
He scored 537 runs in total, including 41 fours and 31 sixes. This means almost one out of every three boundaries he hit was a six, showing how aggressive and dangerous he was at the top of the order.
10. AB de Villiers (South Africa): 30 Sixes
AB de Villiers was known for hitting sixes to all parts of the ground, even to areas that seemed impossible. In 30 matches, he hit 30 sixes with an impressive strike rate of 143.40.
Even though his team did not win the tournament, de Villiers himself performed at a world-class level.
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Conclusion: Chris Gayle Has Most Sixes In T20 World Cup History
Chris Gayle set the benchmark with 63 sixes in 33 matches, a record that still stands despite his last appearance in 2021. He is followed by Rohit Sharma (50) and Jos Buttler (44). With new tournaments ahead and modern batters becoming more aggressive each year, the race for the most sixes is far from over. Who will break Gayle’s record next?
