Watch: 10 biggest and most entertaining sixes in cricket

Watching batsmen hit massive sixes is an exhilarating sight in cricket for the fans, though same can’t be said about the bowler who is at the receiving end! With the quality of bats having improved by leaps and bounds in modern day cricket, one gets to regularly witness some humongous hits. A compilation of the some of the biggest sixes in recent times is a thoroughly entertaining watch. Chris Gayle, a name synonymous with massive hits, features a few times. The big Jamaican is easily one of the hardest hitters to have ever played the game. An ability to destroy bowling attacks with his murderous hitting makes him a superstar of world cricket. One of the great crowd-pullers of all-time, Gayle has entertained fans around the world with his powerful bating displays.

Shahid Afridi, the talismanic Pakistan T20I captain has lived up to his reputation of being a belligerent hitter in his illustrious career. A master of breathtaking cameos, Afridi also enjoys a massive fan following. He features a couple of times with some exceptional sixes. Another West Indian, Kieron Pollard, has also plied his trade around the world playing the shortest format of the game. Also known for his uncanny bowling and stunning fielding, it is his ball-striking ability that leaves fans awestruck. Pollard has such strong wrists that even his flick shots easily sail into the stands.

MS Dhoni, India’s ODI and T20I captain, is no stranger to massive hits. Armed with the famous helicopter shot, he has taken on many bowling attacks around the world. A six over long-on is his trademark shot that comes out when needed the most. Albie Morkel, the South African all-rounder, has showcased his batting prowess on many occasions. His massive willow treats fans with an extraordinary hit out of the park. New Zealand’s opening batsman, Martin Guptill is accustomed to giving flying starts to his team. His big strike is worthy entrant in this list. The surprise package is a little known cricketer from Afghanistan, Zard Ali. The left-hander is credited with hitting the biggest six ever recorded in cricket; a stunning strike worth watching multiple times.

Watch: 10 biggest and most entertaining sixes in cricket

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