Five batsmen who smashed the most T20 sixes in 2021
2021 was nothing short of a treat for cricket fans as several exciting matches were on display. Notably, the previous year, 2020, saw prominent matches and tournaments getting cancelled left, right and centre due to the COVID-19 virus. However, 2021 made it up for the loss of action. While exciting matches across all three formats were witnessed, T20 matches dominated the cricket calendars.
Tournaments like the Indian Premier League, Caribbean Premier League, and T20 Blast entertained the fans thoroughly as T20 stalwarts from different corners joined forces with a sole aim. Moreover, the high-voltage T20 World Cup 2021 also took place this year which saw Australia getting the glory. Meanwhile, six-hitting is a vital aspect of T20 cricket and several swashbucklers showcased their prowess this year.
Let’s look at 5 Players with the most T20 sixes hit in 2021:
- Finn Allen – 58
Finn Allen is one of the many young talents coming from New Zealand. Making his international debut this year, Allen didn’t take long in making a mark. He smashed runs at a strike rate of 190.24 in his first six T20 internationals. Besides this, Allen also made a mark in New Zealand’s T20 competition and England’s T20 Blast as well. In 39 games, he smashed 58 sixes this year.
- Nicholas Pooran – 66
It wasn’t that year where Nicholas Pooran piled up a plethora of runs. In fact, he struggled largely in IPL and national colours as well. However, he still managed to make this list, thanks to his ability to hit sixes for fun. The southpaw slammed 66 sixes in 51 outings in 2021.
- Evin Lewis – 82
Another West Indies dasher who showcased his big-hitting prowess this year was Evin Lewis. The left-handed opener was at his destructive best as he attacked bowlers from the outset and even played some big knocks. He smashed 82 sixes this year in just 34 matches.
- Liam Livingstone – 86
Liam Livingstone was truly on a roll this year as he played one staggering knock after another. From Big Bash League to the T20 Blast, the right-handed batter unleashed his big-hitting in several competitions. He even slammed his maiden T20I century. Coming to his numbers, Livingstone slammed 86 sixes in just 44 outings.
- Glenn Phillips – 97
This list is topped by none other than Glenn Phillips, who was truly sensational in 2021. The right-handed batter played some fiery knocks in national colours and earned a permanent place in the T20I XI. He even slammed a fiery century against West Indies. Coming to his numbers, the swashbuckler slammed 97 sixes in 58 matches.
