Most Sixes
TATA IPL 2026 Maximum Sixes Leaderboard
The TATA IPL 2026 season has fundamentally redefined power-hitting. With flat pitches, the Impact Player rule providing extra batting depth, and fearless intent from ball one, the aerial route has become the default setting for modern batters. As of May 24, 2026, the ball has been sent into the stands an unprecedented number of times.
THE SIX-HITTING MACHINE
Leading the Aerial Assault in 2026
Heinrich Klaasen
42
108 Meters
SRH
This season, clearing the boundary ropes has shifted from being a specialized finisher’s job to an expectation across the entire batting lineup. The Unacademy Let’s Crack It Sixes award honors the player who has hit the most maximums. Unsurprisingly, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batting core absolutely dominates this list, reflecting their terrifying strategy of unrelenting aggression.
Top 10 Players with Most Sixes – IPL 2026
Below is the updated list of the ultimate power-hitters who have struck the most maximums in the IPL 2026 season up to May 24, 2026.
| Rank | Player Name | Team | Matches | Runs | Total Sixes | Longest Six (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heinrich Klaasen Leader | SRH | 14 | 594 | 42 | 108 |
| 2 | Travis Head | SRH | 14 | 530 | 38 | 102 |
| 3 | Shivam Dube | CSK | 14 | 445 | 35 | 111 |
| 4 | Nicholas Pooran | LSG | 14 | 412 | 33 | 114 |
| 5 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 14 | 712 | 31 | 98 |
| 6 | Andre Russell | KKR | 13 | 320 | 29 | 109 |
| 7 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | 13 | 685 | 28 | 96 |
| 8 | Riyan Parag | RR | 13 | 425 | 26 | 101 |
| 9 | Rohit Sharma | MI | 13 | 390 | 25 | 99 |
| 10 | Tristan Stubbs | DC | 13 | 348 | 24 | 105 |
The 2026 Power-Hitting Narrative
Heinrich Klaasen has been an unstoppable force against spin, utilizing the depth of the crease to repeatedly muscle the ball over the deep mid-wicket boundary. His teammate, Travis Head, has taken care of the fast bowlers in the powerplay, hitting an incredible number of sixes over the off-side.
A special mention must go to the domestic Indian power-hitters like Shivam Dube and Riyan Parag. Dube’s ability to stand tall and hit clean straight sixes without relying on massive back-lift has been a masterclass in core strength and hand-eye coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who hit the longest six of IPL 2026?
As of right now, LSG’s explosive West Indian batter Nicholas Pooran holds the record for the longest maximum of the season, launching a colossal 114-meter strike out of the Ekana Stadium against a fast bowler.
Which team has hit the most sixes combined in IPL 2026?
The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) lead the team charts by a massive margin. Their philosophy of ultra-aggressive batting has resulted in over 140 team sixes during the league phase alone.
Who holds the all-time IPL record for the most sixes in a single season?
The legendary ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle holds the untouchable record for hitting the most sixes in a single IPL campaign. He smashed a mind-boggling 59 sixes for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2012 season.
Is there an official award given for hitting the most sixes?
Yes, at the end of the tournament, the player with the most maximums is awarded the sponsor-branded “Maximum Sixes of the Season” trophy along with a substantial cash prize during the post-final presentation ceremony.