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The Indian Premier League is the ultimate festival of power hitting. For over seventeen years, fans have witnessed the transformation of cricket into a high octane spectacle where the six is the primary currency of success. While individual legends like Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma often steal the headlines, the collective power of a franchise determines its legacy.

Tracking the sixes in IPL by team all season provides a unique window into how different franchises have approached the T20 format. Some teams rely on top order aggression, while others bank on death over finishers to clear the ropes. This guide breaks down every season, every record, and every boundary clearing milestone in IPL history.

Most Sixes In IPL (2008–2025):

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has evolved into a high-intensity tournament, where the art of hitting sixes has become a key part of the game. With every passing year, teams have perfected their strategies for clearing the ropes, and certain franchises have consistently dominated in this area. Here is a breakdown of the teams that have hit the most sixes in IPL history, from 2008 to 2025:

IPL Season	Team	Total Sixes Hit
2008	Rajasthan Royals	95
2009	Deccan Chargers	102
2010	Mumbai Indians	93
2011	Royal Challengers Bangalore	94
2012	Royal Challengers Bangalore	117
2013	Mumbai Indians	117
2014	Kings XI Punjab	127
2015	Mumbai Indians	120
2016	Royal Challengers Bangalore	142
2017	Mumbai Indians	109
2018	Chennai Super Kings	145
2019	Kolkata Knight Riders	122
2020	Mumbai Indians	137
2021	Kolkata Knight Riders	115
2022	Rajasthan Royals	137
2023	Mumbai Indians	140
2024	Sunrisers Hyderabad	178
2025	Rajasthan Royals	146

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Teams And Key Players:

The success of individual franchises has often been defined by their ability to recruit and develop specialized power-hitters who can change the course of a match in a single over.

Rajasthan Royals:

• Most Sixes: 146 (2025)
• Player with Most Sixes: Jos Buttler
  RThe ajasthan Royals have been a consistent team in hitting sixes, with their explosive openers leading the charge. Jos Buttler has been their most prolific six-hitter, especially in the 2025 season, contributing heavily to their tally.

Deccan Chargers:

• Most Sixes: 102 (2009)
• Player with Most Sixes: Adam Gilchrist
  In 2009, the Deccan Chargers, led by Adam Gilchrist, showcased a devastating batting lineup. Gilchrist’s aggressive stroke play was key to their dominance in six-hitting.

Mumbai Indians:

• Most Sixes: 140 (2023)
• Player with Most Sixes: Kieron Pollard
  Mumbai Indians consistently topped the charts for most sixes in multiple seasons, with Kieron Pollard being their standout player in this category. His power-hitting, especially in the death overs, helped them build large totals.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru:

• Most Sixes: 142 (2016)
• Player with Most Sixes: Chris Gayle
  RCB, known for their big hitters, saw Chris Gayle at the forefront. In the 2016 season, RCB’s lineup included several top-six hitters, with Gayle dominating the chart with his explosive ability to clear the boundary.

Kings XI Punjab:

• Most Sixes: 127 (2014)
• Player with Most Sixes: Glenn Maxwell
  Kings XI Punjab, in 2014, had a superb season of power-hitting with Glenn Maxwell leading the charge. His aggressive approach in the middle overs helped the team reach the top of the six-hitting list.

Chennai Super Kings:

• Most Sixes: 145 (2018)
• Player with Most Sixes: MS Dhoni
  In 2018, CSK’s batting lineup, with MS Dhoni leading from the front, was remarkable in hitting sixes. Dhoni’s finishing prowess was unmatched, often turning matches with his ability to clear the ropes.

Kolkata Knight Riders:

• Most Sixes: 122 (2019)
• Player with Most Sixes: Andre Russell
  Andre Russell’s brute strength and ability to clear the ropes with ease made him the top six-hitter for KKR. His role as a power-hitting finisher in 2019 was pivotal in their success.

Sunrisers Hyderabad:

• Most Sixes: 178 (2024)
• Player with Most Sixes: Harry Brook
  In 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad outperformed other teams in terms of sixes hit, with Harry Brook becoming their most consistent six-hitter, leading them to a dominant position in the stats.

Season wise Most Sixes A Player:

Over the years, some players have taken the IPL by storm with their power hitting. Here’s a look at the players who hit the most sixes each season:

IPL Season	Player	Total Sixes Hit
2008	Brendon McCullum	9
2009	Adam Gilchrist	17
2010	Kieron Pollard	14
2011	Chris Gayle	10
2012	Chris Gayle	15
2013	Chris Gayle	14
2014	Glenn Maxwell	20
2015	Chris Gayle	26
2016	Chris Gayle	19
2017	Ben Stokes	16
2018	Shane Watson	14
2019	Andre Russell	51
2020	Iyer Shreyas	16
2021	Rishabh Pant	15
2022	Jos Buttler	16
2023	Shubman Gill	20
2024	Travis Head	18
2025	Yashasvi Jaiswal	22

Which Team Has Hit The Most Sixes In IPL History?

When we look at the total sixes hit by teams over the years, the Mumbai Indians and the Royal Challengers Bangalore lead the way, thanks to their consistent power hitters.

Rank	Team	Total Sixes
1	Mumbai Indians	1,823
2	Royal Challengers Bangalore	1,774
3	Punjab Kings	1,686
4	Chennai Super Kings	1,610
5	Kolkata Knight Riders	1,585
6	Delhi Capitals	1,482
7	Rajasthan Royals	1,448
8	Sunrisers Hyderabad	1,192

Conclusion:

The IPL’s tradition of six hitting continues to evolve. Teams like the Rajasthan Royals and the Sunrisers Hyderabad have set new benchmarks for power hitting, showing the shift toward more aggressive batting. As the game progresses, we may soon see even more sixes being hit, whether it’s from seasoned players or fearless new talents.

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