The IPL 2024 season concluded dramatically on May 26 at the iconic MA Chidambaram Stadium. Amidst the intense competition and thrilling moments, one of the standout features of IPL 2024 was the plethora of towering sixes that kept the fans on the edge of their seats. Despite the anticlimactic end for some of the biggest hitters, the tournament was rich in six-hitting spectacle. Here’s a closer look at the top five longest sixes of IPL 2024, featuring some of the most explosive batsmen showcasing their power-hitting prowess.
MS Dhoni
Topping the list is none other than the legendary MS Dhoni. Playing his last match of the IPL 2024 season against RCB, Dhoni rolled back the years with a massive 110-meter six. The match, held at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, saw Dhoni scoring a quickfire 25 runs.
The highlight of his innings was a colossal six off Yash Dayal’s bowling. Struggling to grip the wet ball, Dayal bowled a full toss, which Dhoni dispatched over the fine leg boundary and out of the stadium. This six was a classic Dhoni moment, blending power and precision.
Dinesh Karthik
In the same match that saw Klaasen’s heroics, Dinesh Karthik of RCB produced a stunning counter-attacking innings. His blistering knock of 83 runs off 35 balls included seven sixes, with the longest measuring 108 meters. In the sixteenth over, this massive blow was delivered against T Natarajan.
Karthik flicked a delivery on his pads high into the stands, with the ball hitting the roof and bouncing back into the field. His innings were crucial in RCB’s campaign, though it ended in a losing cause.
Heinrich Klaasen
The M Chinnaswamy Stadium seemed to be a favorite hunting ground for six-hitters this season. On April 18, Heinrich Klaasen of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) joined the party with a breathtaking 106-meter six against RCB. Facing the express pace of Lockie Ferguson, Klaasen played a scintillating knock of 67 runs.
The highlight of his innings was a towering six that sailed over the roof of the stadium. This shot came just before Klaasen’s dismissal, demonstrating his fearless approach and ability to clear the boundaries with ease.
Nicholas Pooran
Just days after Iyer’s blitz, Nicholas Pooran of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) took on RCB at the same venue. On April 1, Pooran’s unbeaten 40 guided LSG to a competitive total of 181/5 in their 20 overs. The highlight of his innings was a hat-trick of sixes in the 19th over against Reece Topley.
The third six in this sequence was particularly monstrous, measuring 106 meters. Pooran picked a slower delivery from Topley and dispatched it over the midwicket boundary, showcasing his impeccable timing and raw power.
Venkatesh Iyer
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) squared off at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on March 29. In a game where Virat Kohli’s half-century set a challenging target of 183, Venkatesh Iyer played a crucial role in KKR’s chase. Iyer’s innings were highlighted by three massive sixes, the largest being a 106-meter shot against Mayank Dagar.
As Dagar pitched the ball on middle and leg, Iyer advanced down the pitch and launched it over wide long-on, sending the crowd into a frenzy.
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