List of Batters Who scores 6 fours in an over
In the cricket world, power-hitting often takes center stage, but precision and timing can be just as destructive. One of the rarest yet elegant feats in the game is when a batter strikes six boundaries (fours) in a single over. While hitting six sixes is a headline-grabber, dispatching every ball of an over to the fence with sheer timing and placement is a masterclass in batting artistry. This rare achievement showcases a batter’s ability to dominate bowlers with consistency, technique, and control. Here’s a look at the cricketers who have etched their names into the record books by scoring 6 fours in a single over across various formats.
🏏 Players Who Hit 6 Fours in an Over
| No. | Player | Bowler | Match Format | Opponent | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanath Jayasuriya | Chris Harris | ODI | New Zealand | 2001 | All 6 fours in one over |
| 2 | Sandeep Patil | Bob Willis | Test | England | 1982 | 6 fours in one over (not consecutive balls) |
| 3 | Prithvi Shaw | Shivam Mavi | IPL (T20) | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2021 | 6 fours in an over |
| 4 | Ajinkya Rahane | Pat Cummins | IPL (T20) | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2023 | Scored 6 fours in one over |
| 5 | Tillakaratne Dilshan | N/A (vs. Pakistan) | ODI | Pakistan | 2010 | Smashed 6 boundaries in an over |
| 6 | Luke Wright | N/A | T20 Blast | Domestic (England) | N/A | Scored 6 fours in a single over |
📌 Note:
- This list includes both international and major T20 league matches.
- In some cases, 6 fours weren’t on consecutive balls, but all were in the same over.
- Scoring 6 fours is usually a mix of timing, placement, and exploiting field gaps, not just power hitting.
🏏 Players Who Hit 6 Consecutive Fours in Professional Cricket
| No. | Player | Format | Bowler | Match/Team | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanath Jayasuriya | ODI | Chris Harris | Sri Lanka vs New Zealand | 2001 | All 6 balls of an over hit for four |
| 2 | Prithvi Shaw | IPL (T20) | Shivam Mavi | Delhi Capitals vs KKR | 2021 | 6 fours in first over |
| 3 | Sandeep Patil | Test | Bob Willis | India vs England | 1982 | 6 consecutive fours (across overs) |
| 4 | Ramnaresh Sarwan | ODI | Munaf Patel | West Indies vs India | 2006 | 6 fours in 6 balls |
| 5 | Ajinkya Rahane | IPL (T20) | Pat Cummins | CSK vs KKR | 2023 | 6 fours in quick succession |
| 6 | Herchelle Gibbs | Test | Henry Olonga | South Africa vs Zimbabwe | 1999 | 6 consecutive boundaries |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does it mean to hit 6 consecutive fours in cricket?
It means a batter hits six successive deliveries (without a dot, single, or other shot in between) to the boundary for four runs each. This can happen in the same over or span two overs.
Is hitting 6 fours in an over the same as 6 consecutive fours?
Not always. A batter can hit 6 fours in an over but not consecutively (e.g., a dot ball or wide may interrupt). 6 consecutive fours specifically means six back-to-back boundary shots.
Has anyone ever hit 6 consecutive fours in international cricket?
Yes. Players like Sanath Jayasuriya, Prithvi Shaw, and Ramnaresh Sarwan have achieved this in international and league cricket.
Which is harder — hitting 6 sixes or 6 fours in a row?
Hitting 6 sixes is physically harder due to the power needed, but 6 fours requires exceptional timing, placement, and consistency, making it a unique skill-based feat.
Can 6 consecutive fours be spread across two overs?
Yes. As long as the batter hits fours on six back-to-back legal deliveries, regardless of over, it counts as 6 consecutive fours.
