Virat Kohli Hits 300 Sixes in IPL, Joins Gayle and Sharma

Virat Kohli has hit 303 sixes in his IPL career, making him the third player to reach this mark. This is more than many other top players.
By Newsroom | Cricket, India |

Virat Kohli, the prolific batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has etched his name into the Indian Premier League (IPL) annals by becoming the third player to surpass 300 career sixes. This significant milestone was achieved during RCB's recent clash against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli now sits alongside the legendary Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma in this exclusive club.

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Kohli's feat positions him as the third highest six-hitter in IPL history, accumulating 303 sixes as of the latest reports. This achievement underscores his enduring impact and sustained performance in the league.

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The RCB stalwart's journey to 300 sixes marks another significant entry in his already decorated career. He reached this particular benchmark in his 266th IPL innings. The statistical breakdown reveals Chris Gayle leads the pack with an imposing 357 sixes, followed by Rohit Sharma with 310 sixes.

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Beyond the sixes, Kohli also registered a significant number of boundaries. He became the first batter in IPL history to hit 800 fours, further solidifying his reputation as a consistent and boundary-hitting force. His recent innings against Gujarat Titans saw him score 81 runs off 44 balls, an effort that included 8 fours and 4 sixes. This performance also brought him closer to the 9,000 IPL runs milestone.

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A Career of Milestones

Kohli's career has been punctuated by numerous records and achievements. He is currently the all-time leading run-scorer in IPL history. His performances have consistently contributed to RCB's campaigns, including their maiden IPL trophy win.

The recent match against Gujarat Titans also saw a crucial 115-run partnership between Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal, which is now noted as the third-highest for RCB against GT. Padikkal himself contributed a swift 55 runs off 27 balls.

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The broader IPL landscape sees Royal Challengers Bengaluru occupying the second spot in the league standings with six points, while Gujarat Titans remain in seventh place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When did Virat Kohli hit his 300th IPL six?
Virat Kohli reached his 300th career six in the IPL on April 24, 2026, during the match against Gujarat Titans. This places him in an exclusive club of top hitters.
Q: Who are the other players with 300 or more IPL sixes?
Virat Kohli joins Chris Gayle, who has 357 sixes, and Rohit Sharma, who has 310 sixes, as the only players to hit over 300 sixes in IPL history.
Q: How many sixes did Virat Kohli hit in the recent match?
In the match against Gujarat Titans on April 24, 2026, Virat Kohli hit 4 sixes as part of his 81-run innings. He now has a total of 303 career IPL sixes.
Q: What other records did Virat Kohli break recently?
Besides reaching 300 sixes, Virat Kohli also became the first player in IPL history to hit 800 fours. He is also the all-time leading run-scorer in the IPL.