In T20 cricket, six-hitting is an art – and Pakistan has had its fair share of artists. From crowd-pulling openers to fearless finishers, many Pakistani players have entertained fans with powerful maximums over the years.
Let’s take a look at the players who have smashed the most sixes for Pakistan in T20 Internationals and how their six-hitting ability helped Pakistan in crunch situations.
Top 10 Six-Hitters for Pakistan in T20Is
| Rank | Player | Matches | Sixes |
| 1️⃣ | Mohammad Rizwan | 106 | 95 |
| 2️⃣ | Fakhar Zaman | 96 | 78 |
| 3️⃣ | Mohammad Hafeez | 119 | 76 |
| 4️⃣ | Shahid Afridi | 99 | 73 |
| 5️⃣ | Babar Azam | 128 | 73 |
| 6️⃣ | Shoaib Malik | 124 | 69 |
| 7️⃣ | Umar Akmal | 84 | 55 |
| 8️⃣ | Iftikhar Ahmed | 66 | 44 |
| 9️⃣ | Shadab Khan | 112 | 38 |
| 🔟 | Asif Ali | 58 | 37 |
Rizwan Leading with Smart Power
Surprisingly, Mohammad Rizwan tops the chart. Known for his calm presence and smart placement, Rizwan’s rise as a six-hitter proves his adaptability. With 95 sixes, he has silently become Pakistan’s most dangerous T20I batter in recent years.
Rizwan’s sixes often come at crucial moments — whether it’s closing out games or shifting momentum. His clean hitting against both pace and spin makes him Pakistan’s most complete modern-day T20 batter.
Fakhar Zaman – Unfiltered Firepower
If you want pure raw intent, Fakhar Zaman delivers. With a strike rate over 130 and 78 sixes, Fakhar doesn’t wait — he attacks from ball one. Though not always consistent, his explosive batting style gives Pakistan fast starts.
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Hafeez, Afridi & Babar – Different Styles, Same Damage
- Mohammad Hafeez, aka “The Professor,” mixed experience with aggression. His 76 sixes came from years of knowing when to accelerate.
- Shahid Afridi may have retired, but his legacy as a six-hitter still lives on. With a striking strike rate of 150, Afridi’s 73 sixes were often crowd-pleasers.
- Babar Azam, known more for class than power, still sits tied with Afridi with 73 sixes – showing how much his game has evolved in recent years.
Shoaib Malik & Umar Akmal – Mid-Order Impact
- Shoaib Malik’s six-hitting wasn’t flashy, but it was effective. With 69 sixes, he often played the finisher role quietly and effectively.
- Umar Akmal, during his peak, had power and timing. His 55 sixes remain one of the highlights of his T20 career.
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Underrated Hitters: Iftikhar, Shadab & Asif Ali
- Iftikhar Ahmed, affectionately called “Chacha,” has smashed 44 sixes despite limited matches. His ability to go big in death overs is a major asset.
- Shadab Khan and Asif Ali might not top the runs chart, but their six-hitting impact is crucial. Both have turned matches around with short but fiery cameos.
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FAQs – Pakistan T20I Six-Hitting Records
Q: Who has hit the most sixes for Pakistan in T20Is?
As of 2025, Mohammad Rizwan leads with 95 sixes in T20Is.
Q: Which Pakistani player had the highest six-hitting strike rate?
Shahid Afridi holds the record with a strike rate of 150, proving his explosive style.
Q: Is Babar Azam also among top six-hitters?
Yes. Despite his elegant style, Babar has hit 73 sixes, tying with Afridi, which shows how he has adapted to modern T20 needs.
Final Thoughts
Back, in the fearless Afridi days to the classy power-driven Rizwan and Babar days today, to the all-around impact of six-hitters in what has always is a fun concept for cricket fans, it always appeals to see the best of what Pakistan has done in T20s – doesn’t merely mean runs, means impactful moments and no better moments than when they hit sixes which usually crisis moments that can define that match.
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