There have been a few monstrous sixes in cricket history that have written their names into legend because of sheer distance and jaw-dropping impact. The record for the longest six ever was held by Shahid Afridi, when he hit 153 meters against South Africa in 2013 during an ODI in Johannesburg. That shot went over the stadium roof and into the cricketing annals of fame. Known for his aggressive batting, Afridi’s strike was the epitome of him and his power and charm on the field.
Not far behind is Brett Lee, the Australian fast bowler who surprised everyone in 2005 with a 130-meter six against the West Indies at the Gabba. This unusual display of power from a bowler was one of the most memorable moments of his career, depicting his ability to excel beyond his basic role.
New Zealand’s Martin Guptill also makes it to this exclusive list with a massive 127-meter six off South Africa in 2012. He is known for his clean hitting, and the shot in the T20I match turned out to be a game-changer, making him a power-hitting opener.
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England’s Liam Livingstone hit a 122-yard six in 2021 against Pakistan, clearing the roof at Headingley. His strike was testimony to the rising power-hitting capabilities in modern cricket. Similarly, Corey Anderson-a brute strength batsman-won a 122-yard six when he hit it against India back in 2014 on an ODI in Napier-a match that further testified that he was a fearsome batter.
Mark Waugh’s 120-meter six against New Zealand in 1997 completes this list of legendary hits, which shows a rare display of power by one of the biggest finesse players.
These iconic moments highlight not only brilliant batting prowess but also how cricket has evolved with power hitting. With every towering strike, that is what keeps fans glued to the stadium. Whether it was a renowned batter or an unexpected hero, these shots are cherished memories in the lavish history of cricket.