Cricinfo: Nicholas Pooran Breaks Chris Gayle’s Iconic T20 Six Record
Monday, 2 September 2024, 10:30
Record-Setting Performance
In a thrilling display of power hitting, Nicholas Pooran has rewritten the record books by hitting 139 sixes in T20 matches throughout 2024, overtaking Chris Gayle's long-standing record of 135 sixes from 2015.
Key Highlights
- Pooran achieved this milestone in just 57 innings, while Gayle played 36 innings.
- He maintained an impressive average of 8.65 balls per six against pace bowlers.
- During the middle overs, Pooran hit 79 sixes, setting a new record for that stage in T20s.
Competitive Breakdown
- Most sixes against pace: 92
- Most sixes in IPL 2024: 36
- Total sixes in IPL T20 and The Hundred: 50
This historic achievement not only emphasizes Pooran's talent but significantly impacts his career and the future of T20 cricket.
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