• KKR vs PBKS match witnessed a six-hitting extravaganza in IPL 2024.

  • Punjab Kings shattered T20 cricket's highest successful run chase record.

Top 5: Most sixes hit in a men’s T20 game – April 2024
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The 42nd game of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 turned into a six-hitting spectacle hosted at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. It showcased an exhilarating showdown between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). This match witnessed an unprecedented barrage of sixes, setting a new record for the most sixes in a T20 match. PBKS successfully chased down a formidable target of 262 runs, establishing a new milestone for the highest run chase in T20 cricket.

5 highest six hitting T20 matches

1. KKR vs PBKS, Kolkata, IPL 2024

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The clash between KKR and PBKS in IPL 2024 will be etched in cricketing history as the epitome of six-hitting brilliance. Played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, this match witnessed an astonishing 42 sixes, as both teams engaged in a relentless display of power-hitting.

2. SRH vs MI, Hyderabad, IPL 2024

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Hyderabad witnessed a six-hitting extravaganza during the IPL 2024 encounter between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI). In a display of raw firepower, the batters from both sides cleared the ropes 38 times, treating the fans to an unforgettable spectacle.

3. RCB vs SRH, Bengaluru, IPL 2024

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Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium played host to another six-fest in IPL 2024 as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clashed with SRH. With 38 sixes raining down on the ground, this match showcased the explosive potential of T20 cricket.

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4. Balkh Legends vs Kabul Zwanan, Sharjah, APL 2018/19

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The Afghanistan Premier League (APL) witnessed a historic showdown between Balkh Legends and Kabul Zwanan in Sharjah during the 2018/19 season. With 37 sixes punctuating the contest, batters from both teams showcased their ability to clear the boundary with ease.

5. SKNP vs JT, Basseterre, CPL 2019

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The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) provided its fair share of fireworks as St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots (SKNP) clashed with Jamaica Tallawahs (JT) in Basseterre during the 2019 season. A total of 37 sixes were struck in this pulsating encounter, captivating fans with its thrilling display of power-hitting.

Also READ: Twitter reactions: Jonny Bairstow’s breathtaking century powers PBKS to record run-chase against KKR | IPL 2024

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