Top 5 batsmen with best ball-per-six ratio in IPL

The T20 format was introduced into the circuit to bring a short yet amazing experience for the cricket fans. As the format became more popular, the popularity of other leagues decreased significantly. T20 was a mode in which the batsman dominated the bowlers. And, a dot ball was priceless. After a successful T20I world cup in 2007, the BCCI introduced a league named the Indian Premier League. The very first match was an amazing one as the Kolkata Knight Riders demolished a mediocre RCB bowling lineup. Further, we have witnessed several iconic moments in the league since 2008. The excitement never stopped. For the bowlers, it was all about survival. But the emergence of bowling heroes meant that the batsman had to adapt to the conditions too. Therefore, the worth of hitting a six increased. And, few batsmen were able to clear the ropes easily. Therefore, let’s take a look at Top 5 batsmen hitting sixes most frequently in IPL (Min 20 sixes) 5. Hardik Pandya: 9.11 Hardik Pandya. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) If we make a list of all the cricketers according to their self-confidence, then Hardik Pandya will be at the top of the list. The styling Baroda all-rounder never allows pressure to get the better of him. Instead, Pandya relished such situations and dragged his team out of trouble. Within no time, Pandya became a household name. We all know his ability to perform with the bat. Being a member of the Mumbai Indians, Pandya hits a six off every 9.11 ball. This enables him to be fourth on this list. Over the years, we have seen Pandya destroying every bowling attack. He was at his best during the 2019 season, where he scored 402 runs at a strike rate of 191.42. Adding on, he has never failed with the bat since 2017. This enabled him to get into the national squad and perform excellently with the bat and the ball. Well, his talent can be measured by the fact that he is the only Indian on this list. 4. Chris Gayle: 9.11 Chris Gayle. (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI) This list would have been incomplete without Chris Gayle. The universe boss is the biggest name in the history of this format. Well, he is the biggest entertainer on and off the field. He conquered the Bangalore crowd for many years and now is winning the hearts of the Punjab crowds. Currently, Punjab has the most dangerous lineup. This is mainly because their batting order revolves around Gayle. The southpaw hits a six off every 9.11 balls. And given the fact that he has played this format for over a decade makes this record special. Gayle has a strike rate of 150.11 in the IPL. With six centuries and 31 half-centuries, he has conquered every team in the tournament. Well, the highest score of 175 not out is more like a cherry on the top for Gayle. 3. Moeen Ali: 8.48 Moeen Ali. (Photo: IANS) Moeen Ali is England’s one of the most underrated players. The flamboyant all-rounder can break the opposition’s spirit by demolishing their bowling lineup. Ali is a terrific player of spin bowling and his performance against India is proof of the above-mentioned statement. Therefore, there is no doubt that he makes it to this list. Ali hits a six in every 8.48 balls. Adding on, as he has been picked up by the Chennai Super Kings, we might witness Ali regularly in the yellow jersey. In his IPL career, he has a humongous strike rate of 158.46, which means that he needs no time to settle. Therefore, he is a great asset to the Chennai Super Kings. Last year, he hardly got any chances to prove his worth. But, even after a disastrous IPL season, he ends up third on this list. This shows his talent with the bat in the IPL. Well, even though RCB misused him completely and let’s see if CSK might use his potential to the full extent. 2. Nicholas Pooran: 8.08 Nicholas Pooran (Photo Source: IPL/BCCI) The IPL is well known for providing the perfect platform for youngsters to shine. And guess what? This year, a star stood up to the occasion. Wherever his team was in a desperate situation, he smoked the ball out of the park. Everybody then compared him with the great Chris Gayle. He is Nicholas Pooran, a youngster from the West Indies. He was signed by the Punjab Kings for INR 4.2 crores. The wicketkeeper-batsman has a reputation of being explosive as well as a safe fielder. Well, we all remember him taking a blender to save a six last season. In 2019, he collected 168 runs. He picked up the confidence and in 2020, he managed to score 353 runs with a brutal strike rate of 169.71. This year, with Punjab aiming at a maiden IPL trophy, Pooran might be hoping to get into the groove to assist other players. According to stats, Pooran hits a six off every 8.08 balls. 1. Andre Russell: 6.45 Andre Russell. (Photo: IANS) Andre Russell is one of the biggest names in T20 cricket. The Caribbean all-rounder can clear the fence even after mistiming the ball. Time and time again, Russell has proved to be the savior for the Knight Riders. And they look up to him when there is a crisis. Since his IPL debut, Russell has been one of the most sought-after players at the IPL. Russell has a strike rate of 182.33, which is brutal for any batsman. Adding on, he is a lower-order batsman, which means that he gets only a couple of balls to settle it! According to stats, he hits a six per 6.45 balls in the IPL. This showcases his dominance with the bat. With the highest score of 88 not out, he can tear apart any attack on his day. Since 2015, his worst performance strike rate wise is 144.44, which is above par in this tournament. Without any doubt, Dre Russ is a legend in this format.

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Top 5 batsmen with best ball-per-six ratio in IPL

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