The biggest sixes in cricket history are often measured by the distance the ball travels. Here are ten of the most notable and longest sixes recorded in cricket:
1. Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)
Distance: 158 meters
Against: South Africa
Year: 2013
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Details: Afridi's massive hit at the Wanderers Stadium is considered one of the longest sixes ever hit in cricket history.
2. Brett Lee (Australia)
Distance: 143 meters
Against: West Indies
Year: 2005
Location: Gabba, Brisbane, Australia
Details: Fast bowler Brett Lee surprised everyone with this incredible hit.
3. Martin Guptill (New Zealand)
Distance: 127 meters
Against: South Africa
Year: 2012
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Details: Guptill's enormous six landed on the roof of the stand.
4. Corey Anderson (New Zealand)
Distance: 122 meters
Against: India
Year: 2014
Location: Queenstown, New Zealand
Details: Anderson's powerful hit during an ODI match was truly remarkable.
5. Yuvraj Singh (India)
Distance: 119 meters
Against: Australia
Year: 2007
Location: Durban, South Africa
Details: During the inaugural T20 World Cup, Yuvraj smashed this six off Brett Lee's bowling.
6. Chris Gayle (West Indies)
Distance: 119 meters
Against: India
Year: 2010
Location: Bridgetown, Barbados
Details: Gayle, known for his powerful hitting, launched this massive six during a T20 match.
7. MS Dhoni (India)
Distance: 112 meters
Against: New Zealand
Year: 2009
Location: Wellington, New Zealand
Details: Dhoni's iconic six came during an ODI match, showcasing his immense hitting ability.
8. Adam Gilchrist (Australia)
Distance: 110 meters
Against: South Africa
Year: 2008
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Details: Gilchrist hit this massive six during an IPL match, proving his prowess as a batsman.
9. AB de Villiers (South Africa)
Distance: 106 meters
Against: West Indies
Year: 2015
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Details: De Villiers' extraordinary six came during a recordbreaking innings in an ODI match.
10. Kieron Pollard (West Indies)
Distance: 105 meters
Against: Australia
Year: 2012
Location: Brisbane, Australia
Details: Pollard's incredible six during a T20 match showcased his immense power and skill.
These sixes are memorable not just for their distance but also for the impact they had on the matches and the awe they inspired among cricket fans worldwide.