Rohit Sharma Breaks Record for Most Sixes in International Cricket
India captain Rohit Sharma has become the first player to hit 500 sixes in international cricket history during yesterday's match against Australia.
Rohit Sharma Breaks Record for Most Sixes in International Cricket
India’s dynamic limited overs captain, Rohit Sharma, has etched his name further into the annals of cricketing history by becoming the all‑time leader in international sixes. On a landmark evening, he unleashed consecutive boundary clearing hits that propelled him past England’s Eoin Morgan to claim the prestigious record for the most sixes as a captain. His towering strikes weren’t just theatricsthey demonstrated precise timing, impeccable footwork, and unmatched calm under pressure.
Sharma’s assault wasn’t limited to his captaincy tally. The “Hitman” now leads all formats in six hitting, combining his explosive numbers from Tests, ODIs, and T20s. As of the latest count, he's amassed at least 637 career sixes across international formats . This achievement doesn’t merely represent powerit underscores his consistent ability to dominate bowling attacks across conditions and match situations.
His journey to the pinnacle involved breaking past legends like Chris Gayle (331 ODI sixes) and Shahid Afridi (351 ODI sixes). It’s worth noting that Rohit shattered Afridi's overall international six record earlier, a milestone that sparked widespread acclaimand he continued to extend his lead well into 2025.
Beyond statistics, Rohit’s record defines his transformative impact on modern batting. His class merges elegance with brute force, redefining what an elite white ball opener and captain can achieve. As he continues to pad those numbers, cricket fans worldwide await the next towering hit that will further cement his legacy.