Only 1 player has 100+ sixes in the PSL, but who else features among the top 9?
As much as wickets are important, the currency of T20 cricket is runs. And when it comes to currency, we all know that the bigger the denomination, the better. Which is why being able to clear the fence is such a key skill in the shortest version of the game.
Those batsmen who can hit sixes, even when they don’t time the shot properly, are the stars of T20 cricket and the players that nobody wants to bowl at.
As the new season of the Pakistan Super League looms on the horizon, with the first game set to take place on Friday between defending champions Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars, let’s take a moment to reflect on which batsmen have struck the most sixes in the history of the tournament.
Here’s a look at the top nine six-hitters in PSL history—players who have not just made big scores but done so in the most brutal fashion imaginable.
9. Colin Munro – 72 PSL sixes
The hard-hitting New Zealand batter has been a valuable asset for Islamabad United over the years. With a game built on natural power and a fearless attitude, Munro is capable of decimating bowling attacks from the outset.
His ability to find the boundary with ease makes him one of the most destructive openers in PSL history. What sets Munro apart is his consistency in hitting big shots without taking too long to get set.
With a strike rate over 150 and a healthy six count of 71, he’s been a nightmare for new-ball bowlers across the league.
8. Sharjeel Khan – 74 PSL sixes
One of the most naturally gifted stroke-makers Pakistan has produced in recent times, Sharjeel Khan has thrilled PSL audiences with his fearless approach.
Whether playing for Islamabad United or Karachi Kings, he’s always been about explosive starts and aggressive stroke play. Sharjeel’s comeback to cricket after a ban was met with scepticism, but he quickly reminded fans of his devastating potential.
His strike rate of 140 and 74 sixes are testament to his no-holds-barred style.
7. Kieron Pollard – 77 PSL sixes
The big West Indies star has been a T20 colossus all over the globe, and the PSL is no exception.
Kieron Pollard might not have played as many matches as some on this list, but he’s made every appearance count with his sheer muscle power and ruthless finishing ability.
His strike rate of 162.28 is one of the best in the league’s history, and his 77 sixes reflect how frequently he sends the ball into the stands. Whether at the death or in a counterattack role, Pollard’s impact is instant.
6. Rilee Rossouw – 79 PSL sixes
The South African left-hander has built a reputation in the PSL as one of the most reliable overseas stars. Often anchoring the middle order for Multan Sultans, Rossouw combines elegance with raw hitting power.
His 79 sixes often come in clusters — when Rossouw gets going, he stays in top gear. With a strong base, quick hands and the ability to accelerate at will, he’s been a key figure in the Sultans’ recent success stories.
5. Shane Watson – 81 PSL sixes
Now retired, Shane Watson remains one of the greatest all-round performers the PSL has ever seen. His time with Quetta Gladiators was marked by powerful hitting, particularly at the top of the order where he often dominated the powerplay.
Watson’s 81 sixes were frequently match-defining, and he was a consistent performer despite advancing age and a long career behind him. A strike rate close to 140 shows how relentless he was at punishing poor deliveries – and some not so poor ones as well.
4. Shoaib Malik – 82 PSL sixes
A veteran of Pakistan cricket, Shoaib Malik’s six-hitting might not be as aggressive or flashy as others on this list, but his tally of 82 sixes is a testament to longevity, smart batting, and impeccable timing.
Malik has played for multiple PSL teams and maintained a steady presence in the middle order. While his strike rate of 128.07 is on the lower side, it’s his knack for clearing the ropes at crucial moments that’s made him such a reliable performer over the years.
3. Kamran Akmal – 89 PSL sixes
A PSL original and a mainstay for Peshawar Zalmi, Kamran Akmal’s explosive opening stands have lit up many PSL seasons. With three centuries to his name in the league, Akmal often set the tone early in the innings.
His 89 sixes are a mix of elegant flicks, booming drives, and pick-up shots over square leg. While his international career fizzled out, he found a second wind in franchise cricket — and the PSL in particular — where he redefined himself as a six-hitting machine.
2. Asif Ali – 90 PSL sixes
When it comes to raw six-hitting ability, Asif Ali is in a class of his own. He’s built a career, and a reputation, on his ability to clear the ropes under pressure.
For Islamabad United, Asif has been the designated finisher for years, and his numbers justify the faith. With 90 sixes and a strike rate of 156.51, Asif’s role has been to change the narrative of the game in 10 balls or fewer.
While his consistency has sometimes come into question, his ability to win matches with brute force remains undeniable.
1. Fakhar Zaman – 104 PSL sixes
At the top of this explosive list is Fakhar Zaman, the PSL’s undisputed king of sixes. With 104 sixes, Fakhar stands alone as the only batsman to have crossed the 100-mark barrier in the PSL’s history.
His left-handed flair, aggressive intent, and hunger for big scores have made him the poster boy of Lahore Qalandars.
Fakhar doesn’t just start well — he often goes big, and it’s those innings that have helped him rack up sixes at will. His strike rate of 140.27 is impressive given the volume of innings he’s played, and it’s clear he thrives under pressure.