Rajasthan Royals hit 181 sixes in IPL 2026. That is the most sixes by teams in single IPL season history. No team has ever cleared the boundary more times in one edition of the league. The Royals passed the previous mark of 178 sixes, set by Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2024, and they did it in a season where the whole league went big. IPL 2026 saw 1,426 sixes in total, the most in any season. All numbers below are crosschecked with the official records on the official IPL website and ESPNcricinfo stats.
The face of the record was a 15 year old. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 72 sixes in IPL 2026, the most by any batter in a single season, and he also won the Orange Cap. He got strong support from his teammates. Dhruv Jurel hit 24 sixes, Donovan Ferreira hit 23, and captain Riyan Parag hit 21. Rajasthan even set a season record of 60 powerplay sixes, which shows how fearless their start was. The side also owned the highest strike rate by a teenager headlines all season.
Yet the record did not bring the trophy. Rajasthan lost to Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2, so their six hitting went into the books as a record rather than a title run. That has happened before. Sunrisers Hyderabad hit 178 sixes in 2024 and still lost the final to Kolkata Knight Riders. This article gives the full top 10 list, the season by season story, and what the numbers tell us.
Most Sixes by Teams in Single IPL Season Overview
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Current holder | Rajasthan Royals |
| Sixes hit | 181 |
| Season | IPL 2026 |
| Previous holder | Sunrisers Hyderabad, 178 sixes in IPL 2024 |
| Key batter | Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 72 sixes in the season |
| Season sixes total | 1,426, the most in any IPL season |
Top 10 Teams with Most Sixes in a Single IPL Season
| Rank | Team | Sixes | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 181 | 2026 |
| 2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 178 | 2024 |
| 3 | Punjab Kings | 173 | 2025 |
| 4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 171 | 2026 |
| 5 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 165 | 2024 |
| 6 | Punjab Kings | 163 | 2026 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants | 152 | 2025 |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals | 146 | 2025 |
| 9 | Chennai Super Kings | 145 | 2018 |
| 10 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 143 | 2019 |
Record History: Season by Season
The record has moved up in clear steps as batting has grown bolder.
| Season | Team | Sixes | What changed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | 99 | The early mark that stood for three years |
| 2012 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 117 | First team to pass 100 sixes in a season |
| 2016 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 142 | New high mark in the Gayle, Kohli and de Villiers era |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | 145 | Pushed the mark higher in their comeback season |
| 2024 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 178 | First team past 150, shattered the old record |
| 2026 | Rajasthan Royals | 181 | Current record, led by a 15 year old |
Mumbai Indians deserve a mention for consistency. They have crossed 100 sixes in ten seasons, more than any other team, even though their best single season tally is not on the top 10 list. Royal Challengers Bengaluru owned the 100 six barrier first and passed 150 in 2024 with 165 sixes, finishing second that year behind Hyderabad.
What This Record Tells Us
Six hitting has become the heartbeat of the modern IPL. The top six entries on the all time list all came in the last three seasons, and IPL 2026 beat the all time season total by more than 10 percent. Teams now plan their batting around the boundary, and flat tracks across the country have helped.
The record also shows how much trust teams now place in young batters. Rajasthan built their record season around a 15 year old opener and gave him freedom from ball one. Their 60 powerplay sixes in 2026 show that the attack starts in the first six overs, not at the death.
But sixes alone do not win titles. Sunrisers Hyderabad owned the 2024 record and lost the final. Rajasthan owned the 2026 record and lost in Qualifier 2. Bowling still decides the big nights, which is why teams also track the most sixes conceded by bowlers in one season. The teams that lift the trophy pair power hitting with a strong attack, and that is the real lesson of this record. Rajasthan will hope to carry this batting form into the next season, so keep an eye on the IPL 2027 auction date and venue to see when the new squads take shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team hit the most sixes in a single IPL season?
Rajasthan Royals hit 181 sixes in IPL 2026, the most by any team in a single IPL season.
Who held the record before Rajasthan Royals?
Sunrisers Hyderabad held it with 178 sixes in IPL 2024, the first team to pass 150 sixes in a season.
Which player hit the most sixes in IPL 2026?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit 72 sixes in IPL 2026, the most by any batter in a single season. He also won the Orange Cap. You can see the full list of Orange Cap winners.
Which team was the first to hit 100 sixes in a season?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru were the first, with 117 sixes in IPL 2012.
Which team has crossed 100 sixes in the most seasons?
Mumbai Indians have crossed 100 sixes in ten seasons, the most by any team.
What is the lowest six count by a team in a season?
Rajasthan Royals hit only 42 sixes in the 2011 season, the lowest by a team in a single season.
Did the record holders win the title in those seasons?
No. Sunrisers Hyderabad lost the 2024 final after hitting 178 sixes, and Rajasthan Royals lost in Qualifier 2 after hitting 181 sixes in 2026. Big hitting helped those sides reach the fastest 200 plus run chases, but bowling won the finals.
Statistics updated through: 17 October 2026
