Rohit Sharma etched his name into Indian Premier League (IPL) history by surpassing Kieron Pollard’s record for the most sixes hit for Mumbai Indians, reaching 260 in a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday. Sharma, known as the “Hitman,” scored 70 runs off 46 balls, including three sixes, to eclipse Pollard’s 258 sixes in 211 games, achieving the feat in 229 matches. The 37-year-old’s blistering knock powered Mumbai to a seven-wicket victory, chasing 144 in 15.4 overs. Sharma, who has captained Mumbai to five IPL titles, also became the second Indian to reach 12,000 T20 runs. Sharma's six-hitting prowess put him in an elite league, his record of 295 sixes eclipsed only by Chris Gayle in IPL. Take a look at the players with the most sixes in IPL history.

H2: Rohit Sharma to Chris Gayle: Batters With Most Sixes in IPL

KL Rahul - 203 Sixes

KL Rahul, currently plying his trade for Delhi Capitals, is ranked tenth in the list of batters who have scored the most sixes in IPL. He has struck 203 sixes in 103 IPL matches, and recently became the fastest batter to complete 5000 runs in the tournament. His ability to clear boundaries with lofted cover drives and lofted shots is remarkable.

Andre Russell - 213 Sixes

Perhaps nothing defines the sheer destructiveness of Andre Russell as his six-hitting record: 213 sixes in just 135 matches. The Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder’s towering hits, often launched with brute force, terrorize bowlers. Scoring 2,608 runs at a strike rate of 174.00, Russell’s lower-order cameos are game-changers. Russell’s six-hitting peaks in death overs, where his muscular frame and quick hands produce monstrous hits, cementing his reputation as a T20 juggernaut.

Sanju Samson - 216 Sixes

Sanju Samson’s 216 sixes in 175 matches reflect his flair and wristy power. Captaining Rajasthan Royals, he has 4,663 runs at a strike rate of 138.96. Samson’s ability to loft spinners and clear pacers with ease makes him a six-hitting maestro. His 3 centuries and 26 fifties show consistency, though occasional lapses draw criticism.

Kieron Pollard - 223 Sixes

Kieron Pollard’s record of hitting 223 sixes in 189 matches epitomises his big-hitting legacy with Mumbai Indians. Pollard’s towering frame and raw power produced iconic long-range sixes. His 16 fifties and 87 wickets highlight his all-round impact. Pollard’s six-hitting was most lethal in death overs, where his ability to clear any ground made him a finisher par excellence, earning him a storied IPL career.

David Warner - 236 Sixes

David Warner is one of the most consistent batters the league has ever seen, amassing 6,565 runs at a strike rate of 139.77, with 4 centuries and 62 fifties. Leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to a 2016 title, his ability to dominate spinners and pacers alike with aerial shots cements his status as an IPL great. He struck 236 sixes in 184 IPL matches showcase his aggressive yet calculated approach.

AB de Villiers - 251 Sixes

AB de Villiers smashed 251 sixes in 184 IPL matches, redefining T20 batting for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Scoring 5,162 runs at a strike rate of 151.68, his 360-degree shot-making produced audacious sixes. De Villiers’ six-hitting, whether scooping pacers or lofting spinners, was artistry, often clearing boundaries with improbable shots. His ability to accelerate and dominate in any situation made him an IPL icon.

MS Dhoni - 260 Sixes

MS Dhoni’s 260 sixes in 272 IPL matches embody his finishing prowess for Chennai Super Kings. With 5,307 runs at a strike rate of 137.54, Dhoni’s helicopter shot and lofted cover drives are six-hitting trademarks. His 24 fifties and 5 titles as captain highlight his legacy.

Virat Kohli - 283 Sixes

With 283 sixes across 260 IPL battles, Virat Kohli is the third biggest six-hitter in the league, but his 8,295 runs are second to none. Eight centuries and 58 fifties etch his dominance. Once known for elegant drives, Kohli’s six-hitting has morphed, unleashing ferocious lofted flicks and soaring cover shots in recent years. This evolution, blending anchor’s poise with boundary-clearing bravado, marks him as a T20 titan.

Rohit Sharma - 295 Sixes

Rohit Sharma’ has struck 295 sixes in his IPL career so far. Captaining Mumbai Indians to 5 titles, he has 6,628 runs at a strike rate of 131.29. His 2 centuries and 44 fifties highlight consistency. Sharma’s six-hitting, via lazy lofts or pulled shots, often demoralises bowlers early. His ability to dominate spinners with towering hits and pace with ease types of cemented his status as one of the IPL’s premier batters.

Chris Gayle - 357 Sixes

Chris Gayle’s 357 sixes in 142 IPL matches crown him the unrivalled titan of long-range destruction. His 4,965 runs, struck at a blistering 148.96, including 6 centuries and 31 fifties, largely for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Gayle’s six-hitting record, a staggering tally unmatched in IPL lore, redefined T20 carnage.