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Cricket, often referred to as a gentleman’s game, has evolved into a power-packed spectacle with players showcasing their ability to clear the boundary ropes with sheer aggression. The year 2023 witnessed an array of batters who presented their vigour by sending the ball soaring into the stands.
Top five maximum smashers in the year 2023
5. Daryl Mitchell (New Zealand):
Kicking off the list is dynamic cricketer Daryl Mitchell. Across all three formats, his elegantly deposited the ball beyond the boundary, tallying an impressive 61 sixes in 51 international games for New Zealand. The right-handed all-rounders’ consistent performances significantly contributed to the Black Caps’ success this year.
4. Mitchell Marsh (Australia):
Taking the fourth spot is the explosive Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh. In the 33 innings he graced in 2023, Marsh exhibited a relentless assault, smashing 61 sixes. The right-handed batter’s impactful performances played a crucial role in his side’s ODI World Cup 2023 triumph, establishing him as a key figure in their success.
3. Kushal Malla (Nepal):
Emerging as a rising star in international cricket, Nepal‘s Kushal Malla secures third place in the elite table. The 19-year-old’s extraordinary feat of hitting 65 sixes in just 32 games in 2023 not only underscores his individual brilliance but also reflects Nepal’s ascent in the cricketing world. The young batter’s aggressive approach has added a new dimension to Nepal’s emerging batting lineup.
2. Rohit Sharma (India):
No list of top six hitters would be complete without the inclusion of India‘s flamboyant skipper, Rohit Sharma. Claiming the second position, the stalwart showcased his captaincy and batting wrath by smashing an astounding 80 sixes in 35 games. He led from the front and played a pivotal role in guiding the Indian team with his fearless and dominating batting displays. Notably, the 36-year-old surpassed Chris Gayle to become the highest maximum smasher in International cricket during World Cup 2023.
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1. Muhammad Waseem (UAE):
UAE‘s seasoned cricketer Muhammad Waseem is at the pinnacle of the prestigious chart of six-hitters in 2023. The right-handed batter etched his name in cricketing history by hitting a staggering 101 sixes in just 47 games. The 29-year-old’s extraordinary feat makes him the first and only player in cricket history to achieve the remarkable milestone of 100 sixes in a calendar year. His aggressive style and ability to clear boundaries make him a force to be reckoned with in the cricketing world.
