When we watch the Indian Premier League (IPL), we all wait for those massive sixes. The sound of the bat hitting the ball and the ball flying out of the stadium is the best part of the game. But have you ever wondered, who hit the longest six in IPL history?
Even though the game has changed a lot since it started in 2008, some old records are still unbroken. Let’s look at the giants who sent the ball traveling the furthest.
Albie Morkel – 125 Meters
The record for the longest six in IPL history belongs to Albie Morkel. He hit this monstrous 125-meter six way back in the first season (2008). Playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Morkel smashed a ball from spinner Pragyan Ojha so hard that it flew right out of the stadium in Hyderabad! Even after many years, no one has been able to beat this record.
Praveen Kumar – 124 Meters
This might surprise you! Praveen Kumar was mostly known for his bowling, but in 2008, he showed he could hit the ball too. Playing for RCB, he hit a massive 124-meter six. It is still the longest six hit by an Indian player in the IPL.
Adam Gilchrist – 122 Meters
The legendary Australian wicket-keeper, Adam Gilchrist, holds the third spot. In 2011, while playing for Kings XI Punjab, he smashed a 122-meter six in the beautiful stadium of Dharamshala.
Top 10 Longest Sixes in IPL History List
| Rank | Player Name | Distance | Year |
| 1 | Albie Morkel | 125m | 2008 |
| 2 | Praveen Kumar | 124m | 2008 |
| 3 | Adam Gilchrist | 122m | 2011 |
| 4 | Robin Uthappa | 120m | 2010 |
| 5 | Chris Gayle | 119m | 2013 |
| 6 | Yuvraj Singh | 119m | 2009 |
| 7 | Ross Taylor | 119m | 2008 |
| 8 | Ben Cutting | 117m | 2016 |
| 9 | Liam Livingstone | 117m | 2022 |
| 10 | Gautam Gambhir | 117m | 2013 |
What about the “Universe Boss” Chris Gayle?
You might be thinking, “Where is Chris Gayle?” While Gayle has hit the most sixes in IPL history (over 350!), his longest single hit was 119 meters in 2013. It was a huge shot, but in terms of distance, he sits at number five on the all-time list.
Conclusion
Hitting a six is great, but hitting one that goes out of the park is legendary. Albie Morkel’s 125-meter record has stayed safe for nearly two decades. In recent times, players like Mitchell Marsh (who hit a 102m six in IPL 2026) and Liam Livingstone are trying their best, but Morkel’s massive hit remains the gold standard.
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FAQ
Who hit the longest six in IPL 2026?
As of now, Mitchell Marsh holds one of the longest hits of the 2026 season with a 102-meter strike.
Which Indian player has the longest six in IPL?
Praveen Kumar holds the record for the longest six by an Indian at 124 meters.
Has MS Dhoni hit a 100-meter six?
Yes, MS Dhoni has hit many sixes over 100 meters, with his longest being 115 meters in 2009.
Is Albie Morkel’s record still standing?
Yes, Albie Morkel’s 125-meter six from 2008 is still the longest six in IPL history
