Six-hitting records are among the most searched IPL statistics because they show both career power and standout single-season performances. This guide separates career sixes from the record for the most sixes in one edition, with the figures dated through IPL 2026.
Leading Career Six-Hitters in IPL
| Player | IPL sixes | Record context |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 357 | All-time career leader in widely published IPL records |
| Rohit Sharma | 321 | Among the leading active career six-hitters through 2026 |
| Virat Kohli | 316 | Passed the 300-six milestone during IPL 2026 |
Career statistics can differ slightly between sources if their latest match updates have not synced. These numbers reflect records published after IPL 2026; consult the latest official statistics page for the newest total.
Most Sixes in a Single IPL Season
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 72 sixes for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026, setting the single-season record. He scored 776 runs and faced 327 balls, so sixes accounted for a major share of his run total. Before that season, Chris Gayle's 59 sixes for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2012 had been the benchmark.
| Player | Season | Sixes |
|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | 2026 | 72 |
| Chris Gayle | 2012 | 59 |
| Andre Russell | 2019 | 52 |
| Chris Gayle | 2013 | 51 |
| Jos Buttler | 2022 | 45 |
| Chris Gayle | 2011 | 44 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 2026 | 43 |
Career Record vs Season Record
A career list rewards players who stay in the competition for many seasons. A single-season list highlights an unusually productive campaign and can be reshaped in one edition. Do not compare the two totals as if they represent the same achievement.
For related batting stats, see the all-time runs leaderboard, most IPL centuries, and highest individual score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who has hit the most sixes in IPL history?
Chris Gayle is widely listed as the all-time leader with 357 IPL sixes through the period covered here.
Who hit the most sixes in one IPL season?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 72 sixes for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026.
How many sixes did Virat Kohli have after IPL 2026?
Published 2026 record tables listed Kohli on 316 IPL sixes after the season; check the latest official table for current totals.