Lucknow Super Giants, experiencing their fifth successive defeat of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against the Kolkata Knight Riders, have dropped down at the bottom of the points table with just two victories in eight clashes at a net run rate of -1.106 as the pressure mounted massively on the Rishabh Pant-led side. 

In the first innings, LSG restricted the Knight Riders to 73/6 before the visitors finished with 155/7 in their 20 overs, thanks to an unbeaten knock of 83 runs in 51 balls by Rinku Singh. Lucknow wasn’t in the chase till the death overs before Mohammed Shami’s last over six pushed the game to the super over.

Virender Sehwag questions key decisions after defeat

The former Indian opener, Virender Sehwag, has slammed the LSG management after they failed in another chase. The veteran has struggled to understand how the Rishabh Pant-led side continued to bowl first after winning the toss. 

“LSG hasn’t been able to chase. I failed to understand why they always win the toss and decide to chase. I mean, they have the director of cricket, the coach, and a strategist. So, can’t they understand they had been trying to chase all the time?” Sehwag expressed on Cricbuzz.

Watch the video here: 

Sehwag Slams Lucknow Decisions 🤯

Who’s Making the Calls❓🤔 #IPL2026 #LSGvKKR @GoogleIndia pic.twitter.com/T8Jur3eaFW

— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) April 27, 2026

“If they had put up a score of 150 odd, wouldn’t it put the same pressure on the KKR side? This is what I have failed to understand. You have not been able to chase, but you still have been trying to chase. Markram should have come inside the power play in the batting.” The former opener addressed.

Rohan Gavaskar, the former Indian captain, has also pointed out how both these sides made the clash a hotch-potch despite being at a strong position.

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“Markram is a waste down the order. If you see the entire game, you will realize where these two teams have been in the points table. There was a point when it felt like KKR would win comfortably, while there was a time when it felt like LSG would get over the line easily, but they made it a hotch-potch at the end.” Rohan added.

It's hard to understand why the franchise hasn't batted freely before defending the total with their clincial bowling performance. That should be the norm for sides, who are strong in the bowling department. 

Lucknow Super Giants under fire following loss to KKR

Lucknow has struggled badly in the top order of the batting department. Their captain has accumulated only 189 runs in eight innings at 27, while Nicholas Pooran has struggled to find 82 runs off eight innings at an average of 10.25 and a strike rate of 81.18, with the best score of 22.

Lucknow will have a few days' break before they take on the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. That will be a hard fixture for the clash, who may be eliminated from the event if they fail to win that contest.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is just a night away, and the fans are excited. Royal Challengers Bengaluru(RCB) will take on the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on March 28 in M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. The tournament will not have any opening ceremony this time to honour the memories of the fans who lost their lives in the stampede that happened in 2025. 

Since the tournament is about to start, Star Sports and Jiostar have released a combined list of commentators on March 27. There are 160+ former cricketers and experts in the commentary panel across 12 languages. The energy is sure to be sky-high since Ravichandran Ashwin is also joining the Hindi panel. 

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Ashwin set to take up new role alongside playing duties

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) former player Ravichandran Ashwin is all set to take on new duties ahead of the IPL 2026. He will join the Hindi commentary panel for this tournament, along with putting up videos on social media. Ashwin, who is one of the best players in the IPL, bid farewell to his 16-year-old career in the tournament in August 2025. He played for CSK in that season. 

Now, he will lend his voice to the tournament. The fans love his analysis on social media, and there couldn't be a better player than Ashwin to take up the commentary job. Meanwhile, he will continue with his analysis on YouTube just like several other commentators. 

160+ voices. 12 languages. 1 epic STARCAST! 🎙️

Voices that will bring TATA IPL 2026’s Bindaas energy to your screens! 😍#TATAIPL 2026 👉 Starts SAT, 28th MAR, 5:30 PM pic.twitter.com/YOCQS1Qwcy

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) March 27, 2026

Broadcasters' commentary lineup for IPL 2026

The IPL 2026 Hindi commentators list consists of some of the best former players who have had a marvellous career in the tournament. Some of the famous names include Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Virender Sehwag, and others. The fans will be excited to hear the players provide insights and anecdotes during the matches. Below is the list of former players who will be a part of the Hindi commentators panel for both JioHotstar and Star Sports. 

From JioHotstar (Championswaali Commentary)

• R Ashwin
• Suresh Raina
• Harbhajan Singh
• Irfan Pathan
• Virender Sehwag
• Anil Kumble
• Piyush Chawla
• Umesh Yadav
• Aakash Chopra
• Cheteshwar Pujara
• Aditya Tare

From Star Sports (Hindi Commentary)

• Navjot Singh Sidhu
• Sunil Gavaskar
• Sanjay Bangar
• Ajay Jadeja
• Mohammad Kaif
• Saba Karim
• Deep Dasgupta

There was considerable hype surrounding the India-Pakistan clash ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Many former Pakistani cricketers and fans were claiming that their team would defeat India this time, but they were disappointed once again. India comfortably defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in Colombo on Sunday (February 15) in the 27th match of the ongoing edition of the tournament. This is also India's biggest win by run margin against Pakistan in a T20I.

In the match played at R Premdasa, India batted first and scored 175/7 in 20 overs, to which Pakistan's entire team was bowled out for 114 in 18 overs. After winning the toss, Pakistan chose to bowl first, which seemed to be the right decision when Indian opener Abhishek Sharma got out in the very first over. However, Ishan Kishan, batting at the other end, played aggressively and scored a magnificent 77 runs off 40 balls. Following that, Tilak Varma (25) and captain Suryakumar Yadav (32) couldn’t score runs quickly, but Shivam Dube helped India post a bigger total by scoring 27 runs off 17 balls at the end.

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Pakistan, in their chase, faced trouble from the very beginning and lost four crucial wickets during the powerplay. The fall of wickets continued, preventing Pakistan from completing their full quota of overs. Usman Khan scored 44 runs off 34 balls, and Shaheen Shah Afridi remained unbeaten on 23, reducing the margin of defeat to some extent.

Cricketers react to India's emphatic win against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026

India defeated Pakistan for the eighth time in the T20 World Cup. Following Team India's impressive victory and Pakistan's humiliating defeat, several cricketers responded.

हर हर महादेव 🕉️ pic.twitter.com/v2629OVGB4

— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) February 15, 2026

The powerplay was where India took the game away from them.

Ishan Kishan in the first innings, and the clinical bowling we saw in the second innings, made all the difference.

We were always in the driver’s seat. India rocked it tonight!🇮🇳

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 15, 2026

Team India 🇮🇳 well done . India vs Pakistan is only hype no contest. Fan made rivalry but one way traffic on the field ….. Again . JAI HIND

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 15, 2026

Jai Hind 💪
pic.twitter.com/I6ePCJJxJA

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 15, 2026

Ishan Kishan played like a real Dhurandhar. Among all minnows Pakistan looked like the easiest to beat for Bharat because of their 17th century approach to T-20 cricket, and they have taken a proper beating as usual. Full kambal kuttai. #t20worldcup2026

— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) February 15, 2026

Honestly, a boycott might have been less embarrassing. #INDvsPAK

— Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) February 15, 2026

Big games demand big character and the boys showed exactly that tonight! Calm heads and the hunger to finish strong 👏🏻 Proud of the way we delivered as a unit! Onward and upward. 🇮🇳🏏@BCCI #ICCMensT20WorldCup2026 #IndVSPak

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 15, 2026

Colombo was lit tonight but India were too good for Pakistan . A convincing win by them

— Angelo Mathews (@Angelo69Mathews) February 15, 2026

Virender Sehwag and MS Dhoni are two legends of Indian cricket. Sehwag changed the game with his aggressive batting, while Dhoni was known for his calm nature and leadership skills in pressure situations. Both have retired from international cricket, but Dhoni still plays in the Indian Premier League (IPL). At 44, he continues to represent his team, Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

There have long been rumours of a rift between the two players. This speculation has been fueled by team selection choices and public interviews over the years.

The rumours first gained attention between 2009 and 2012. The first controversy came during the 2009 T20 World Cup, when Sehwag played with a shoulder injury.

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Dhoni-Sehwag Rift Rumours Explained

After the 2009 T20 World Cup shoulder injury issue, Dhoni was asked about it in a pre-match press conference. He replied, “Maybe you should ask his physio to issue a press release.” Later, Sehwag and Dhoni won the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2011 in India, ending much of the speculation.

Another instance came during the 2012 CB Series in Australia. The team decided to rotate senior openers Sachin Tendulkar, Gautam Gambhir, and Sehwag to give younger players experience ahead of the next World Cup.

Sehwag’s Reaction and Team Rotation

Dhoni’s idea to rotate players and give fresh legs also aimed to save runs on the pitch. However, this was misunderstood by some senior players.

Sehwag said at the press conference, “I didn’t know what was said in the media. But we had a meeting. Dhoni talked with everyone, including Gautam, Tendulkar, and me. He wanted to give chances to youngsters so they could play all the matches and understand how the pitches behave in Australia.”

Sudeep Tyagi Clears the Air

After more than a decade, former India pacer Sudeep Tyagi spoke about the Dhoni-Sehwag relationship in an exclusive interview with CricketAddictor (a renowned Indian media house). He said, “Everyone has heard a lot of things, but no one knows the real story. On news channels, people show different things.”

Tyagi added, “No, there was nothing. As long as I was in international cricket, Viru Bhai and Mahi Bhai were there. They used to joke and talk well in the dressing room. Viru Bhai is senior to Mahi Bhai, so he used to help him. It was all rumours. There was nothing like that.”

The former lower-order batter of the Indian cricket team, Mohammad Kaif, along with former premier spin all-rounder of the national side, Yuvraj Singh, had been spending their holiday in Thailand, as the video has gone viral on social media platforms. Kaif shared the video on Instagram, where Yuvraj also revealed the presence of Ashish Nehra.

A few moments later, the former spinner- Bishan Singh Bedi’s son, Angad Bedi, also walked into the middle while the former opening bater of the side, Virender Sehwag, was seen crossing the road, which showed the bond of these former players despite not being together for a long time after their respective retirements from the game.

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Kaif has smashed an overall 2753 runs in 110 innings of the ODI format at an average of 32.01 and a strike rate of 72.03, with the help of 17 half-centuries and two centuries at the best score of unbeaten 111 runs. On the other hand, Sehwag has notched up 8273 runs in 245 innings of the 50-over format at an average of 35.05 and a strike rate of 104.33, notching 38 fifties and 15 centuries.

Mohammad Kaif, Virender Sehwag, and Yuvraj Singh enjoy Thailand in viral video

Kaif and Sehwag are expected to return to the commentary box ahead of the upcoming 2026 season of the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. India will start the campaign as favorites, where they begin the event against the United States of America on February 07 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Watch the video here: 

थाईलैंड में कैफ, Yuvi और सहवाग की मस्ती

◆ Mohammad Kaif ने शेयर किया अपने इंस्टाग्राम पर वीडियो@MohammadKaif | #MohammadKaif | #YuvrajSingh | Bangkok | Thailand | Virender Sehwag pic.twitter.com/q8oN7TANOQ

— News24 (@news24tvchannel) January 30, 2026

Later, India will fly to the Arun Jaitley Stadium for the clash against Namibia before they travel to the R Premadasa Cricket Stadium against Pakistan, which will be a mouth-watering fixture. On the other hand, they will return home for the last group-stage event against the Netherlands at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, India haven’t lost a single T20I series since winning their second title in the previous edition under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, beating South Africa in the final.

Achieving a double hundred (200 runs or more) has been an outstanding achievement for batsmen in one-day international (ODI) and domestic cricket, both form of cricket is played over 50 Overs. To achieve that score in one day of cricket require great concentration, skill, endurance, and tactical acumen on the part of the batsman. There are only a select few batsmen that have reached the double hundred mark for ODIs and Domestic Cricket throughout the history of cricket, only to have their names immortalised in the annals of cricket as member of an elite group.

The most recent addition to this group is Aman Rao Perala, who played for Andhra Pradesh in the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy against Bengal and not only achieved his own personal milestone but also was one of the standout performances of this season's List A cricket. History has shown that many of the double-hundred innings played by batsmen have changed the direction of the match and been the highlights of that tournament.

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Rohit Sharma is the highest profile player to have a number of List A double hundreds to his name, including his highest score in the ODI, where he set the record at 264, which is still one of the highest scores in the history of 50 overs cricket. Other very notable players such as Ishan Kishan and Shubman Gill have also managed to make the double hundred club, indicating that the double hundred is still a milestone that modern-day players aspire to play for.

List of all List A Double Hundreds

Cricket is a special genre in India because fans in the country follow cricket matches passionately. Taking their passion to a whole new level, the EBG Group has come up with the Tollywood Pro League in Hyderabad because they want to blend cricket action with entertainment for their fans.

Over the years, cricket has evolved from being a sporting activity; it has now become one of the primary forms of entertainment. This is what the Tollywood Pro League captures as it offers a stage where cricket and movies blend. It is exclusively for the Telugu film industry, which gives it a peculiar identity among all the other tournaments.

Following the official announcement, the leadership of the EBG Group spoke about the idea behind the league. The focus is on building a structured, long-term competition that celebrates talent, unity, and entertainment, while also delivering a high-quality experience to fans across the country.

Stars Light Up the Launch of Tollywood Pro League

The launch event in Hyderabad brought together famous names from both cricket and the film industry. Renowned film producer Dil Raju officially opened the tournament. Legendary cricketers Suresh Raina, Virender Sehwag, and the captain of the World Cup-winning team Kapil Dev also graced the event with their presence.

A number of known faces in the film industry were also in attendance, including Ashish Vidyarthi and Dino Morea. Their presence underlined the close link between films and cricket that the league wants to foster. The tournament will consist of six franchise-based teams and will be held in two seasons in a calendar year.

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Sharing his vision, EBG Group Founder and Chairman Dr. Irfan Khan said, “Tollywood Pro League is not just a cricket tournament; it is a cultural movement built on dignity, structure and long-term vision. With TPL, our intent is to create a world-class platform that celebrates the Telugu film fraternity, strengthens unity within the industry and delivers a premium sports and entertainment experience for fans across the country. A defining pillar of the league is Alai Balai—an inclusion-led movement within TPL that ensures representation across every craft of the Telugu film industry.”

Star India batter Virat Kohli smashed his 84th international century against South Africa at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. The former India captain is in tremendous form, scoring his second consecutive ton against the Proteas. In the previous match, he hit 135 off 120 balls, and he carried that momentum into the second ODI, strengthening his case for the 2027 ODI World Cup.

This was also Kohli’s 40th international century at home. Only Sachin Tendulkar is ahead of him on that list. If the 37-year-old continues playing ODIs until 2027, he will have a strong chance to break yet another of Tendulkar’s world records.

Many legendary cricketers praised Kohli’s outstanding knock, but former India opener Virender Sehwag’s reaction quickly went viral.

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Virat Kohli ko 100 ka nasha hi alag hai. Hum log centuries gin rahe hote hain, woh bas routine ka kaam samajh ke kar deta hai.
Back-to-back 100‘s for the King. 53rd ODI hundred. Virat hai toh mumkin hai. A brilliant century from Ruturaj Gaikwad as well making batting look very… pic.twitter.com/afDYqC9N6k

— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 3, 2025

Sehwag Praises Kohli’s “Routine” Century

Reacting to Virat Kohli’s 53rd ODI ton, Virender Sehwag shared a post on Instagram and X, saying, “Virat Kohli ko 100 ka nasha hi alag hai. Hum log centuries gin rahe hote hain, woh bas routine ka kaam samajh ke kar deta hai. Back-to-back 100s for the King. 53rd ODI hundred. Virat hai toh mumkin hai.”

Sehwag also praised Ruturaj Gaikwad, saying, “A brilliant century from Ruturaj Gaikwad as well, making batting look very easy.”

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Gaikwad Hits His Maiden ODI Hundred

Ruturaj Gaikwad, batting at No. 4 in the absence of Shreyas Iyer, also shone in the second ODI. He scored his maiden ODI century—105 off 83 balls—playing with a strong strike rate and showing great control. His innings ended in the 36th over after a delivery from Marco Jansen.

The Kohli-Gaikwad pair added 195 runs for the third wicket, putting India firmly in control. With a strong platform set, KL Rahul has moved up to No. 5 as India looks to finish big in the last 10 overs and push close to the 400-run mark.

Indian cricketing fraternity, including the 2011 World Cup winning stars- Suresh Raina, Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh, and others, expressed their grief over the passing of legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away at the age of 89 on November 24 in a hospital in Mumbai.

The He-Man of Bollywood- Dharmendra- was battling with illness for a long time and was discharged from the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, and was told to be in a stable condition and recovering well at home, as the Indian players took to their X account to mourn over the actor’s demise.

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“The end of an era. Bollywood’s beloved He-Man, Dharmendra Ji, is no more. His timeless films, warmth, and unforgettable legacy will continue to live in our hearts for generations. From a small village in Punjab to the heart of Indian cinema, his journey will forever inspire. Heartfelt tribute to the legend. Om Shanti.” The former batter, Kedar Jadhav, wrote.

Indian cricketers mourn the passing of Bollywood legend- Dharmendra

Dharmendra held the record for starring in the highest number of hit films in Hindi Cinema. He was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2012 and made his debut in 1960 before gaining popularity in the 1960s for various films.

Dharamendra ji was not just a superstar—he was emotion, charm, and the soul of an entire generation of cinema. Thank you for the memories you gave us. Rest in peace, He-Man of Bollywood. Om Shanti. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/K4RFKwRvs7

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) November 24, 2025

Deeply saddened by the passing of a true Bollywood legend . An icon whose contribution to Indian cinema will live on generations . I have had the privilege to meet him in person on various occasions he was truly the He - man . Gone from our sight , but never from our hearts . pic.twitter.com/h9TEwLYYKI

— Madan Lal (@MadanLal1983) November 24, 2025

Every home had a favourite Dharmendra film. He was a part of our growing up and of Indian cinema’s finest years.

He brought strength, charm and honesty to every role, and carried Punjab’s warmth wherever he went.

Behind the fame was a humble, grounded and deeply human soul.… pic.twitter.com/116K0XHuP5

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) November 24, 2025

Heartfelt tribute to Dharmendra Ji — a timeless icon whose grace, strength, and unparalleled charm have left an everlasting mark on Indian cinema. From his powerful performances to his warmth both on and off screen, he touched countless hearts and inspired generations.
His films,… pic.twitter.com/pfgQlDkQsE

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) November 24, 2025

धर्मेन्द्र जी सिर्फ अभिनेता नहीं थे, एक युग थे।
सादगी में सितारा, ताकत में ही-मैन और दिल में सोना।
उनकी फ़िल्में, उनका अंदाज़ और उनकी गर्मजोशी
पीढ़ियों तक याद रखी जाएगी।
एक महान कलाकार,
ईश्वर उनकी आत्मा को शांति दे। ॐ शांति #Dharmendra pic.twitter.com/fzaBN6kFrP

— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 24, 2025

Today, we have lost a legend of Indian cinema who captivated hearts with his charm and his talent. A true icon who inspired everyone who watched him. May the family find strength in this tough time. My sincere condolences to the whole family. 🙏🙏

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 24, 2025

Rishabh Pant walked into the middle during the second day of the opening Test between India and South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata after their captain, Shubman Gill, picked up a neck injury while attempting a lovely sweep shot over square-leg for a boundary. 

But Pant continued his aggressive approach and nailed two sixes to overtake Virender Sehwag and become India’s leading six-hitter in the longest format. He was always expected to break the record, having been aggressive in his batting acorss the world in the longest format of the game. 

Rishabh started his Test career at Trent Bridge in Nottingham, but his most impressive knock came at the Kennington Oval in South London against England in the fifth Test of the five-match series in 2018. During that clash, he was brutal from the start with a massive six straight down the ground early in his innings against the premier leg-spinner, Adil Rashid. 

Let’s take a look at the top five most successful six-hitters for India in the longest format ft. Rishabh Pant

1. Rishabh Pant 

Pant negotiated the first couple of deliveries, during the opening South Africa Test in Kolkata, before using his feet and smashing the left-arm Protea spinner, Keshav Maharaj, over the cover region for a six. He creamed another such shot against the spinner before cracking two boundaries in his knock of 27 runs in 24 balls. He now has 92 sixes to overtake Virender Sehwag in the list of most sixes for India in the longest format.

Overall, the southpaw has scored 3454 runs in 83 innings at an average of around 44 and a strike rate of 75 with the help of eight centuries and 18 half-centuries at the best score of unbeaten 159 runs. He has returned to the longest format after recovering from the foot injury he picked up during the previous Manchester Test against England.

2. Virender Sehwag 

Whether it’s the white-ball format or the longest format, Virender Sehwag used to treat the bowlers with aggressive shots even on the very first ball of an over. Over the course of his career of 104 red-ball clashes, the right-handed opening batter nailed 90 sixes, and now he sits in the second position in the list.

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Sehwag has clubbed 8586 runs in 180 innings of the five-day format at an average of nearly 50 and a strike rate of 82.23 with the help of 23 centuries and 32 half-centuries. His last Test for India came in 2013 against Australia in Hyderabad. 

3. Rohit Sharma 

Rohit Sharma, the former Indian Test captain, retired from the longest format just a few months ago. His inclusion in the longest format for the national side came a lot later after his international debut, as his first Test appearance was in Kolkata during Sachin Tendulkar’s 199th Test match.

The 38-year-old Mumbai batter, Rohit Sharma, entertained the crowd with some of his fabulous shots around the park. He is the third leading six-hitter for the national side with 88 over boundaries in just 116 innings. The Nagpur-born has overall smashed 4301 runs in 67 Tests at an average of 40.57 and a strike rate of 57.05 with the help of 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries.

4. Ravindra Jadeja 

The talk of the town has been around Ravindra Jadeja, who has now left his long-time IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings, to be traded to his maiden IPL side, Rajasthan Royals, ahead of IPL 2026. The southpaw, who has retired from the shortest format for India, is another aggressive Test batter in the lower middle order.

Jadeja is the fourth leading six-hitter for the Blue Brigade in the longest format. The left-handed batting all-rounder has clubbed 80 over boundaries in just 87 games. In 129 innings, the veteran has smacked over 4000 runs at an average of around 39 and a strike rate of 55 with the help of six centuries and 27 fifties at the best score of 175*. Even with the ball, he picked up 338 wickets.

5. MS Dhoni

Is there any list of the six most sixes without the inclusion of the former Indian World Cup-winning captain, MS Dhoni, who seemed to have the only aim of nailing the big shots towards the start of his career? He remains India’s fifth leading six-hitter in the longest format with 78 over boundaries.

The 44-year-old has scored 4876 runs in 144 innings of the longest format at an average of nearly 38 and a strike rate of nearly 60 with the help of six centuries and 33 half-centuries at the best score of 224 against Australia in Chennai nearly 12 years ago. He played his last Test match in Melbourne during the BGT 2014/15.