Cricket has always celebrated the thrill of a powerful six. Some hits have been so massive that they’ve set records and left spectators in awe. In this article, we highlight the top five longest sixes in cricket history, showcasing the immense power and skill of the players who made these monumental shots.
5. Corey Anderson (NZ) vs India (2014) – 122M
Corey Anderson hit a huge 122-meter six against India in Napier during the 2014 ODI series. He scored 68 runs, helping New Zealand reach a total of 292/7. Along with strong performances from Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor, Anderson’s efforts helped New Zealand win by 24 runs, with India scoring 268 in response.
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4. Liam Livingstone (ENG) vs Pakistan (2021) – 122M
In 2021, Liam Livingstone hit a massive six that traveled 122 meters off Haris Rauf in the second T20I against Pakistan at Leeds. This was part of England’s total score of 200 runs. Livingstone scored 38 runs quickly, hitting three sixes. England won the match by 45 runs as Pakistan could only manage 155/9 in their innings.
3. Martin Guptill (NZ) vs South Africa (2012) – 127M\
In a T20I match against South Africa in Wellington 2012, Martin Guptill hit a huge six that traveled 127 meters off Lonwabo Tsotsobe’s bowling. His unbeaten score of 78 runs from 55 balls helped New Zealand easily chase down 148 runs. They won the match with 4 wickets in hand and with 4 balls to spare, finishing the game in 19.2 overs.
2. Brett Lee (AUS) vs West Indies (2005) – 143M
In 2005, Brett Lee, known for his fast bowling, hit a huge 140-meter six against West Indies at the Gabba. He hit the six off Rovman Powell’s bowling. This helped Australia score 435 runs in their first innings. Australia won the Test match by 379 runs and took a 1-0 lead in the series.
1. Shahid Afridi (PAK) vs South Africa (2013) – 153M
In a match in Johannesburg, Shahid Afridi hit the longest six in international cricket history, a huge 153-meter shot off Ryan McLaren. Afridi scored 88 runs off 48 balls, but Pakistan couldn’t win. They scored 309 runs chasing 344, losing by 34 runs to South Africa.
| Rank | Player | Distance | Team | Opposition | Year |
| 1 | Shahid Afridi | 153 Meters | Pakistan | South Africa | 2013 |
| 2 | Brett Lee | 143 Meters | Australia | West Indies | 2005 |
| 3 | Martin Guptill | 127 Meters | New Zealand | South Africa | 2012 |
| 4 | Liam Livingstone | 122 Meters | England | Pakistan | 2021 |
| 5 | Corey Anderson | 122 Meters | New Zealand | India | 2014 |
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