Only a handful of batters in IPL history have smashed five sixes in a single over. These rare and explosive moments have turned games on their heads, showcasing power-hitting at its finest. Each instance created unforgettable drama, thrilling fans and leaving a lasting mark on the league’s legacy.
1. Chris Gayle vs Pune Warriors India (Rahul Sharma), IPL 2012
The Universe Boss, Chris Gayle, is widely regarded as one of the most destructive hitters of a cricket ball, and his performance in IPL 2012 against Pune Warriors India is a testament to his raw power. During the 13th over of RCB’s innings, Gayle took Rahul Sharma to the cleaners, hitting five consecutive sixes. His incredible onslaught came after Saurabh Tiwary’s single on the first ball, and Gayle’s fiery display continued as he smashed five maximums in a row. He went on to score a blistering 81 runs off just 48 balls, which included a total of eight sixes.
2. Rahul Tewatia vs Punjab Kings (Sheldon Cottrell), IPL 2020
The IPL 2020 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings is etched in history as one of the most thrilling matches. Chasing 224, RR was struggling at 173/5 in 17 overs, needing 51 runs from 18 balls. Rahul Tewatia, struggling at 17 off 23 balls, became an overnight hero when he smashed Sheld Cottrell for five consecutive sixes in the 18th over. This stunning display of power completely turned the game around, leading RR to an unforgettable victory and solidifying Tewatia’s place in IPL folklore.
3. Ravindra Jadeja vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (Harshal Patel), IPL 2021
Ravindra Jadeja produced a match-winning performance with both bat and ball in an IPL game that showcased his brilliance. Batting first, CSK was struggling until the final over, where Jadeja smashed Harshal Patel for five sixes, finishing with an unbeaten 62* off 28 balls. CSK posted 191 runs. In reply, Jadeja’s bowling brilliance came to the fore as he claimed three crucial wickets, ensuring CSK’s victory. His all-round performance made Harshal Patel’s 19th over, which went for the joint-most expensive in IPL history, irrelevant in the end.
4. Rinku Singh vs Gujarat Titans (Yash Dayal), IPL 2023
In one of the most dramatic finishes in IPL history, Rinku Singh pulled off the unthinkable by smashing five consecutive sixes in the final over to seal victory for Kolkata Knight Riders. Chasing 29 off the last over against Gujarat Titans, KKR looked down and out—especially after Rashid Khan’s hat-trick earlier. But Rinku’s unbeaten 48 off 21 balls stunned the Titans and turned the game into a timeless classic.
5. Riyan Parag vs Kolkata Knight Riders (Moeen Ali), IPL 2025
In a high-octane clash at Eden Gardens, Riyan Parag became the fifth batter in IPL history to smash five sixes in a single over. Walking in under pressure with Rajasthan Royals reeling at 71/5 while chasing 207 against KKR, Parag launched a counterattack, hammering Moeen Ali for five towering sixes in the 13th over. He followed it up with another maximum on the first ball of the next over, making it six consecutive sixes.
Parag’s blistering knock of 95 off 45 balls nearly pulled off a miracle, but RR fell short by just one run in a dramatic last-over finish.
