Most Sixes in ICC ODI Cricket World Cup – Players Who Have Hit the Most Sixes in World Cup History
Most Sixes in Cricket World Cup:Rohit Sharma holds the record for hitting the most sixes in ICC ODI Cricket World Cup history with 54 sixes in 28 innings.ICC Cricket World Cup has seen multiple explosive innings and batsmen, who prefer going for the big shots instead of taking one or two runs. Check the list of the players with the most sixes in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.
Most Sixes in Cricket World Cup
The One Day International (ODI) is a limited-overs cricket format that involves two innings of 50 overs each. It lasts for a day and is more fast-paced than traditional Test cricket but more restrained than T20 cricket.
ODI is one of the most exciting forms of cricket, and the majority of games take place in this format nowadays. The quadrennial ICC Cricket World Cup, the biggest and most prestigious cricket event, also follows the ODI rule set and is set to return later this year.
There have several memorable events in the World Cup, like 400+ scores, double centuries, 300+ run chases and more. Sometimes, players forget they are in an ODI match and go for big shots from the go. Many players are known for their ability to send the ball into the stands with a six.
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ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup: Players With Most Sixes
#1. Rohit Sharma – 49 sixes in 28 innings
Rohit Sharma surpassed Gayle’s long-standing record of 49 sixes during the 2023 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, hitting his 50th six in that tournament.Indian captain Rohit Sharma holds the record for hitting the most sixes in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup.During the 2023 World Cup, he rapidly moved from the top 20 to number 1.Sharma also has the record for the most international sixes and is likely to be remembered as the greatest six-hitter in cricket history.He hit 54 sixes in 28 innings.
#2. Chris Gayle – 49 sixes in 34 innings
West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle holds the record for hitting the most sixes in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. From 2003 to 2019, Gayle smashed 49 sixes in 34 innings. He is known for his aggressive batting style and his ability to hit big sixes. Gayle is widely considered to be one of the best batsmen in T20 cricket, but he is also a very good ODI batsman.
#3. Glenn Maxwell – 43 sixes in 25 innings
Australia’s Glenn Maxwell smashed the record for the fastest hundred in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. In a stunning display against the Netherlands, Maxwell reached his century in just 40 balls, surpassing the previous record held by South Africa’s Aiden Markram, who took 49 balls. This incredible feat also marked the fourth fastest century in ODI history.
#4. David Warner – 41 sixes in 29 innings
avid Warner, the explosive Australian opener, has made a name for himself as one of the most destructive six-hitters in cricket. With his aggressive batting style and incredible hand-eye coordination, Warner has hit a total of 41 sixes in just 29 innings.
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#5. AB de Villiers – 37 sixes in 22 innings
South African fan-favourite, AB de Villiers, became known for his unconventional shots and sits in fifth place for hitting the most sixes. De Villiers hit 37 sixes in 22 innings from 2007 to 2015. He was called Mr. 360 Degree for hitting all corners of the field. His power-hitting abilities are second to none, and he holds the record for the fastest ODI century, fastest 50, and fastest 150.
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| Rank | Player | Innings | 6s | Runs | Highest Score | Strike Rate | Span |
| 1 | Rohit Sharma (IND) | 28 | 54 | 1575 | 140 | 105.49 | 2015-2023 |
| 2 | Chris Gayle (WI) | 34 | 49 | 1186 | 215 | 90.53 | 2003-2019 |
| 3 | Glenn Maxwell (AUS) | 25 | 43 | 901 | 201* | 160.32 | 2015-2023 |
| 4 | David Warner (AUS) | 29 | 41 | 1527 | 178 | 101.46 | 2015-2023 |
| 5 | AB de Villiers (SA) | 22 | 37 | 1207 | 162* | 117.29 | 2007-2015 |
| 6 | David Miller (SA) | 21 | 35 | 816 | 138* | 113.33 | 2015-2023 |
| 7 | Ricky Ponting (AUS) | 42 | 31 | 1743 | 140* | 79.95 | 1996-2011 |
| 8 | Brendon McCullum (NZ) | 27 | 29 | 742 | 101 | 120.84 | 2003-2015 |
| 9 | Herschelle Gibbs (SA) | 23 | 28 | 1067 | 143 | 87.38 | 1999-2007 |
| 10 | Sanath Jayasuriya (SL) | 37 | 27 | 1165 | 120 | 90.66 | 1992-2007 |
| 11 | Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 44 | 27 | 2278 | 152 | 88.98 | 1992-2011 |
| 12 | Eoin Morgan (ENG/IRE) | 27 | 26 | 672 | 148 | 84.84 | 2007-2019 |
| 13 | Sourav Ganguly (IND) | 21 | 25 | 1006 | 183 | 77.50 | 1999-2007 |
| 14 | Mahmudullah (BAN) | 22 | 25 | 944 | 128* | 84.81 | 2011-2023 |
| 15 | Quinton de Kock (SA) | 27 | 25 | 1044 | 174 | 96.57 | 2015-2023 |
| 16 | Shreyas Iyer (IND) | 11 | 24 | 530 | 128* | 113.24 | 2023-2023 |
| 17 | Aaron Finch (AUS) | 18 | 24 | 787 | 153 | 98.25 | 2015-2019 |
| 18 | Martin Guptill (NZ) | 27 | 24 | 995 | 237* | 88.36 | 2011-2019 |
| 19 | Matthew Hayden (AUS) | 21 | 23 | 987 | 158 | 92.93 | 2003-2007 |
| 20 | Daryl Mitchell (NZ) | 9 | 22 | 552 | 134 | 111.06 | 2023-2023 |
| 21 | Ben Stokes (ENG) | 16 | 22 | 769 | 108 | 91.54 | 2019-2023 |
| 22 | Viv Richards (WI) | 21 | 22+ | 1013 | 181 | 85.05 | 1975-1987 |
| 23 | Fakhar Zaman (PAK) | 12 | 21 | 406 | 126* | 100.00 | 2019-2023 |
| 24 | Mitchell Marsh (AUS) | 13 | 21 | 472 | 177* | 107.02 | 2015-2023 |
| 25 | Heinrich Klaasen (SA) | 10 | 19 | 373 | 109 | 133.21 | 2023-2023 |
| 26 | Adam Gilchrist (AUS) | 31 | 19 | 1085 | 149 | 98.01 | 1999-2007 |
| 27 | Rassie van der Dussen (SA) | 16 | 18 | 759 | 133 | 86.84 | 2019-2023 |
| 28 | Virender Sehwag (IND) | 22 | 18 | 843 | 175 | 106.17 | 2003-2011 |
| 29 | Rachin Ravindra (NZ) | 10 | 17 | 578 | 123* | 106.44 | 2023-2023 |
| 30 | Jason Holder (WI) | 11 | 17 | 325 | 57 | 110.54 | 2015-2019 |
| 31 | Kusal Mendis (SL) | 16 | 17 | 437 | 122 | 92.78 | 2019-2023 |
| 32 | Shane Watson (AUS) | 19 | 17 | 643 | 94 | 108.06 | 2007-2015 |
| 33 | Kevin O’Brien (IRE) | 20 | 17 | 499 | 113 | 90.39 | 2007-2015 |
| 34 | Scott Styris (NZ) | 22 | 17 | 909 | 141 | 88.59 | 2003-2011 |
| 35 | Ross Taylor (NZ) | 30 | 17 | 1002 | 131* | 74.00 | 2007-2019 |
| 36 | Brian Lara (WI) | 33 | 17 | 1225 | 116 | 86.26 | 1992-2007 |
| 37 | Lance Klusener (SA) | 11 | 16 | 372 | 57 | 121.17 | 1999-2003 |
| 38 | Chris Cairns (NZ) | 24 | 16 | 565 | 60 | 82.60 | 1992-2003 |
| 39 | Andre Russell (WI) | 12 | 15 | 192 | 49 | 134.26 | 2011-2019 |
| 40 | Mark Boucher (SA) | 19 | 15 | 381 | 75* | 94.07 | 1999-2007 |
| 41 | Jos Buttler (ENG) | 23 | 15 | 591 | 103 | 118.20 | 2015-2023 |
| 42 | MS Dhoni (IND) | 25 | 15 | 780 | 91* | 89.96 | 2007-2019 |
| 43 | Aravinda de Silva (SL) | 32 | 15 | 1064 | 145 | 86.57 | 1987-2003 |
| 44 | GD Phillips (NZ) | 9 | 14 | 285 | 71 | 111.76 | 2023-2023 |
| 45 | Brendan Taylor (ZIM) | 15 | 14 | 690 | 138 | 88.68 | 2007-2015 |
| 46 | KL Rahul (IND) | 19 | 14 | 813 | 111 | 84.33 | 2019-2023 |
| 47 | Jonny Bairstow (ENG) | 20 | 14 | 747 | 111 | 91.54 | 2019-2023 |
| 48 | Kapil Dev (IND) | 24 | 14+ | 669 | 175* | 115.14 | 1979-1992 |
| 49 | Kumar Sangakkara (SL) | 35 | 14 | 1532 | 124 | 86.55 | 2003-2015 |
| 50 | Virat Kohli (IND) | 37 | 14 | 1795 | 117 | 88.20 | 2011-2023 |
Which player has the most sixes in ICC Cricket World Cup?
Rohit Sharma has the most sixes in ICC Cricket World Cup history, with 49 sixes in 28 innings.
Who is the second player with the most sixes in World Cup history?
Chris Gayle is the second player with the most sixes in ICC Cricket World Cup history, with 49 sixes in 34 innings from 2007 to 2015.
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