The ICC Champions Trophy is one of the biggest tournaments in cricket. Over the years, many players have made their mark with great performances. One of the most thrilling parts of the game is hitting sixes, and many players have hit more sixes than others in the history of this tournament. In this article, we will look at the players who have hit the most sixes in the ICC Champions Trophy.
Top 10 Players with Most Sixes in ICC Champions Trophy
Here’s a list of the players who have hit the most sixes in the tournament:
| Rank | Player | Country | Sixes | Matches | Runs | Average | Centuries | Fifties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sourav Ganguly | India | 17 | 13 | 665 | 73.88 | 3 | 3 |
| 2 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | 15 | 17 | 791 | 52.73 | 3 | 1 |
| 3 | Eoin Morgan | England | 14 | 13 | 439 | 43.90 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Shane Watson | Australia | 12 | 17 | 453 | 41.18 | 2 | 2 |
| 5 | Paul Collingwood | England | 11 | 11 | 403 | 50.37 | 0 | 2 |
| 6 | Hardik Pandya | India | 10 | 5 | 105 | 52.50 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | 10 | 13 | 167 | 15.18 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | David Miller | South Africa | 9 | 7 | 207 | 41.40 | 0 | 2 |
| 9 | Craig McMillan | New Zealand | 9 | 7 | 255 | 51.00 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | Jacques Kallis | South Africa | 9 | 17 | 653 | 46.64 | 1 | 3 |
Top Performers
1. Sourav Ganguly (India)
Sourav Ganguly, fondly known as “Dada,” holds the record for the most sixes in ICC Champions Trophy history. He hit 17 sixes in just 13 matches. Ganguly was not only a powerful batsman but also a great leader. He scored 665 runs with an impressive average of 73.88, including 3 centuries and 3 fifties. His aggressive batting style made him a fan favorite and a key player for India.
2. Chris Gayle (West Indies)
Chris Gayle, the “Universe Boss,” is second on the list with 15 sixes. He played 17 matches and scored 791 runs, including 3 centuries. Gayle’s ability to dominate bowlers from the very first ball made him one of the most feared batsmen in the tournament.
3. Eoin Morgan (England)
Eoin Morgan, England’s World Cup-winning captain, hit 14 sixes in 13 matches. He scored 439 runs with an average of 43.90. Morgan was known for his calm and innovative batting, which helped England in many crucial matches.
4. Shane Watson (Australia)
Shane Watson, the Australian all-rounder, smashed 12 sixes in 17 matches. He scored 453 runs with an average of 41.18. Watson’s ability to hit big shots and bowl crucial overs made him a valuable player for Australia.
5. Hardik Pandya (India)
Hardik Pandya, despite playing only 5 matches, hit 10 sixes. He scored 105 runs with an incredible strike rate of 194.44. Pandya’s explosive batting in the lower order made him a game-changer for India.
Notable Records
- Most Sixes in an Innings:
- Nathan Astle (New Zealand) hit 7 sixes in an innings against the USA in 2004.
- Shane Watson (Australia) also hit 7 sixes in an innings against England in 2009.
- Highest Strike Rate:
- Hardik Pandya holds the record for the highest strike rate (194.44) among players with 10 or more sixes.