Who are Virat Kohli’s 10 rivals for the most IPL sixes at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium?
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been part of the IPL since it started in 2008, and they have always been based at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Over the years, they have featured some of the biggest names in white-ball cricket on their roster – think Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, and AB de Villiers.
Aside from RCB players, there have been plenty of other global stars who have performed at the Chinnaswamy Stadium over the years, building up some quite impressive records for away players.
With IPL 2025 now well past the halfway mark, let’s take a moment to look at which players have hit the most sixes at the famous ground.
With 1,445 sixes hit in total (it’s the venue with the second-highest number of IPL maximums of all time), who are the players that have wreaked the most havoc there? Here are the 11 players who have gone past the 20-mark:
11. Ambati Rayudu – 20 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Ambati Rayudu, known for his adaptability and consistency, was a reliable performer across 14 seasons of IPL cricket. During that time, he played eight years for Mumbai Indians and another six seasons for CSK.
At the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, his 20 sixes highlight his ability to accelerate the innings when needed. Rayudu’s knack for finding gaps and clearing the ropes made him a valuable asset, especially in high-pressure situations.
10. KL Rahul – 22 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Bengaluru-born KL Rahul has a special connection with the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
His 22 sixes here reflect his elegant yet powerful batting style. In a recent match in April 2025, Rahul showcased his mastery by scoring an unbeaten 93 off 53 balls in a knock that featured six maximums as he guided the Delhi Capitals to a comfortable victory over RCB.
9. Robin Uthappa – 22 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Robin Uthappa, another prolific local talent, was a consistent performer at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
His 22 sixes are a reminder of his aggressive batting approach. Notably, Uthappa hit one of the longest sixes in IPL history — a 120-meter monster — during a match against Mumbai Indians in 2010.
8. Dinesh Karthik – 24 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Dinesh Karthik’s role as a finisher saw him play some memorable innings at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
His 24 sixes include a remarkable 108-meter hit in IPL 2024 that struck the stadium’s roof, leaving spectators in awe.
7. Yuvraj Singh – 26 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Yuvraj Singh’s flair and power-hitting were always a crowd-puller. At the Chinnaswamy Stadium, his 26 sixes are a reflection of his ability to change the game’s momentum.
One of his standout performances included a blistering 68 off 29 balls, which featured nine sixes, as he expressed himself at a venue where he was always extremely comfortable.
6. Glenn Maxwell – 28 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
He may not be firing this season (where he is now back playing for the Punjab Kings), but Glenn Maxwell’s explosive batting made him a fan favourite at the Chinnaswamy Stadium where he spent four seasons with RCB.
With 28 sixes in 18 matches, his strike rate of 171.01 underscored his aggressive intent. Maxwell’s ability to dismantle bowling attacks was instrumental in RCB’s middle-order strength.
5. MS Dhoni – 33 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
MS Dhoni’s calm demeanour and finishing prowess have been on full display at the Chinnaswamy Stadium over the years. Although Dhoni has never played for RCB, he has featured in every season of Indian Premier League since its inception in 2008, which means he has had plenty of opportunity to visit the ground and work his magic.
His 33 sixes here include a memorable unbeaten 84 against RCB in April 2019, a knock which nearly clinched victory for Chennai Super Kings.
4. Faf du Plessis – 35 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
South African veteran Faf du Plessis, known for his elegant stroke play, has been a consistent performer at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. His 35 sixes in 18 matches highlight his ability to anchor innings while maintaining a healthy strike rate.
Du Plessis’s leadership and batting were pivotal for RCB, with whom he spent three seasons before switching to the Delhi Capitals at the start of the current season. In his second season with RCB Du Plessis was in great form, hitting 36 maximums in total as he ended the season with an average of 56.15.
3. AB de Villiers – 119 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
AB de Villiers, fondly known as ‘Mr. 360,’ enthralled fans (not just those who supported RCB) with his innovative shots and power-hitting. His 119 sixes at the Chinnaswamy Stadium are a testament to his dominance and versatility.
De Villiers’ ability to find gaps and clear boundaries made him a nightmare for bowlers at this venue. De Villiers spent 11 seasons with RCB which is why it’s no surprise to see him so far ahead of the player in fourth place.
2. Chris Gayle – 127 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Chris Gayle’s association with the Chinnaswamy Stadium is legendary. His 127 sixes here include some of the most memorable innings in IPL history, such as his record-breaking 175* off 66 balls in 2013, a knock which featured 17 sixes.
Gayle’s brute force and timing made him a fan favourite in Bengaluru. Such was his power and ability with the bat that even when he didn’t connect properly, he was still able to clear the ropes with ease. In his most prolific season with RCB, Gayle hit a massive 59 sixes as he ended with an average of 61.08.
1. Virat Kohli – 130 IPL sixes at M Chinnaswamy Stadium
Topping the list is RCB’s stalwart, Virat Kohli, with 130 sixes at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. He has spent all 18 seasons of IPL cricket playing for RCB which means it’s no surprise that he’s developed a deep understanding of the pitch and conditions which has allowed him to consistently perform and entertain the home crowd.
Kohli’s commitment and passion have made him synonymous with RCB’s identity and his form in 2025 is as good as it has ever been. Expect him to add further distance between himself and Chris Gayle in second position as he continues to dominate with the bat – he’s currently averaging 63.28 in IPL 2025.
