In the glorious world of cricket, hitting a six is more than just scoring runs — it’s a statement of power, timing, and fearlessness. But while most sixes send the crowd roaring, some travel so far they leave even commentators in disbelief.

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Today, we look at five legendary batsmen who didn’t just clear the boundary — they obliterated it. These are the men who hit the longest sixes in cricket history, redefining what “maximum” truly means.

1. Shahid Afridi – 158 Meters (South Africa, 2013)

When you think of brutal power, the name Shahid Afridi is hard to ignore. The former Pakistan captain, known as Boom Boom Afridi, set an unofficial world record by smashing a 158-meter six against South Africa in 2013 at Wanderers Stadium.

While official stats have long debated this figure, the visuals were clear — the ball disappeared over the roof, almost as if it left the stadium’s atmosphere. Afridi’s fearless approach and raw muscle power made him one of the most explosive hitters of his generation.

“I don’t play for records — I play for the crowd,” Afridi once said, and this six is proof.

2. Brett Lee – 130 Meters (West Indies, 2005)

Yes, you read that right — a bowler! Brett Lee, the fiery Australian fast bowler, stunned the cricket world when he launched a 130-meter six against Dwayne Smith in a Test match in Gabba, Brisbane.

The crowd was left in shock — not because of the six, but because it came from Lee’s bat, not his lethal right arm. Known more for his 150 km/h thunderbolts, Lee’s rare moment of batting brilliance earned him a place in six-hitting folklore.

Fact: That six landed on the top tier of the grandstand, and the commentators ran out of adjectives.

3. Martin Guptill – 127 Meters (South Africa, 2012)

New Zealand’s stylish opener Martin Guptill has quietly built a reputation as one of the most consistent six-hitters in world cricket. In 2012, during a match against South Africa, Guptill smashed a 127-meter six that flew into the third tier of the stands.

It was a classic Guptill stroke — high elbow, straight follow-through, and a thud that echoed across Eden Park. Though often overshadowed by flashier players, Guptill’s power and timing are unmatched.

He remains New Zealand’s second-highest run-scorer in limited overs after Ross Taylor.

4. Liam Livingstone – 122 Meters (Pakistan, 2021)

Liam Livingstone, the English powerhouse, made headlines when he hammered a 122-meter six off Haris Rauf in 2021. It wasn’t just the distance — it was the sheer ease with which he executed the shot.

It came in a T20 match in England, and Livingstone was in murderous form. Rauf bowled a quick one, and Livingstone sent it soaring over the roof of Headingley Stadium. The ball was lost, literally, and fans erupted as if they’d seen a home run in baseball.

“I didn’t even look — I just swung,” Livingstone said after the match.

5. Chris Gayle – 120 Meters (India, IPL 2013)

They don’t call him the Universe Boss for nothing. Chris Gayle, the Jamaican giant and T20 legend, has hit more sixes in international cricket than any other player. But the one that stood out came during the IPL 2013 while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Facing Ashok Dinda, Gayle launched a towering 120-meter six that flew into orbit. The camera had to pan straight up to catch a glimpse of it. Commentators were gasping, players applauding, and Dinda was left speechless.

That match? Gayle scored 175*, the highest-ever T20 score — a record that still stands.