IPL 2022 sets a new record for the most number of sixes in a season
This year’s Indian Premier League (IPL 2022) is undeniably one of the most interesting seasons in the league’s history. Fans witnessed some great batting performances, dazzling fielding efforts, as well as outstanding bowling performances, but the IPL fans are most enthralled by the big hits. The IPL 2022 season set a new record for the most sixes struck in a single season.
IPL 2022 has seen batsmen hit 873 sixes, whereas, in IPL 2018, 872 maximums were hit during the season. With 11 matches remaining, it is highly likely that this season will cross the 1000 sixes mark. The Indian Premier League is known for the massive number of sixes so below you will find the list of the top 5 IPL seasons with the most number of sixes.
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Top 5 maximum sixes in IPL Season
IPL 2022
As of now, The Rajasthan Royal’s Explosive opener Jos Buttler has struck the most number of sixes in IPL 2022. The English player has hit 37 sixes in 13 matches so far. The season is still ongoing and it is expected that this season will cross the 1000 six mark which will make a huge difference between the first and the second spot.
IPL 2018
With 872 sixes, the 2018 edition of the tournament held the previous record. Delhi Daredevils Rishabh Pant topped the list with 37 sixes in that season.
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IPL 2019
During the 2019 season of the IPL, 784 sixes were hit, with destructive batsman Andre Russell of the Kolkata Knight Riders topping the list by hitting 52 sixes in the tournament. There was a difference of 88 sixes between the 2019 and 2018 seasons.
IPL 2020
The season witnessed 734 sixes in the year 2020. This season was a life changer for Ishaan Kishan of Mumbai Indians as he struck the most 30 sixes in the season and impressed the Indian team selectors with his brilliant performance.
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IPL 2012
A total of 731 sixes were hit in the 2012 season. The season witnessed some great power-hitting by the universe boss Chris Gayle. Playing for Royal Challengers Banglore in that season, Gayle topped the list by hitting a record 59 maximums.
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