Most Sixes in an Innings by a Team Till 2024
Explore the teams that have hit the most sixes in a single T20I innings as of 2024. From Zimbabwe's groundbreaking record to Nepal's thrilling performance, this article highlights the biggest hitters in T20 history.
The popularity of T20 cricket continues to surge globally, captivating fans with its explosive action and jaw-dropping sixes. The 20-over format, which will feature in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, has revolutionized the way cricket is played, with batsmen focusing on power-hitting and smashing the ball out of the park.
One of the standout performances in T20I cricket is Zimbabwe's record-breaking innings, where they launched a staggering 27 sixes against Gambia in October 2024. This remarkable achievement overtook Nepal’s record, set in 2023, for the most sixes in a T20I innings, further cementing Zimbabwe’s name in the history of T20 cricket.
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List of Teams with the Most Sixes In an Inning in 2024
On October 23, 2024, Zimbabwe set a new benchmark at the Ruaraka Sports Club Ground in Nairobi, hammering 27 sixes in their mammoth total of 344/4. Zimbabwe’s aggressive intent was evident from the very start, with the team reaching fifty runs within just 3.2 overs. Tadiwanashe Marumani was the star of the show, reaching his half-century in only 13 balls and contributing significantly to their record-breaking tally of boundaries.
This performance not only secured Zimbabwe’s place at the top of the list but also highlighted the evolving nature of T20 cricket, where high-scoring games and big sixes are becoming more frequent.
Here’s an updated list of teams with the most sixes in a T20I innings:
| Team | Score | 4s | 6s | Inns | Result | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| Zimbabwe | 344/4 | 30 | 27 | 1 | Won | v Gambia | Nairobi | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Nepal | 314/3 | 14 | 26 | 1 | won | v Mongolia | Hangzhou | 27 Sep 2023 |
| Japan | 258/0 | 11 | 23 | 1 | won | v China | Mong Kok | 15 Feb 2024 |
| Afghanistan | 278/3 | 19 | 22 | 1 | won | v Ireland | Dehradun | 23 Feb 2019 |
| West Indies | 258/5 | 17 | 22 | 1 | lost | v South Africa | Centurion | 26 Mar 2023 |
| West Indies | 245/6 | 13 | 21 | 1 | won | v India | Lauderhill | 27 Aug 2016 |
| India | 260/5 | 21 | 21 | 1 | won | v Sri Lanka | Indore | 22 Dec 2017 |
| Austria | 239/3 | 13 | 21 | 1 | won | v Luxembourg | Ilfov County | 31 Aug 2019 |
| Scotland | 252/3 | 17 | 20 | 1 | won | v Netherlands | Dublin | 16 Sep 2019 |
| England | 234/6 | 9 | 20 | 1 | won | v South Africa | Bristol | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Estonia | 194/4 | 8 | 20 | 2 | won | v Cyprus | Episkopi | 17 Jun 2024 |
Note: The list contains teams that have hit 2o or more sixes
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Key Performances
- Zimbabwe – Zimbabwe’s 27 sixes in 2024 stand as the highest by any team, showcasing their sheer dominance over the Gambia in that memorable match.
- Nepal – In September 2023, Nepal set the previous record of 26 sixes against Mongolia, which was shattered by Zimbabwe a year later.
- Afghanistan & West Indies – Known for their explosive batting lineups, both Afghanistan and the West Indies have hit 22 sixes in a T20I, highlighting their incredible batting strength.
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