Written By: Shreya Patil
Published: May 25, 2026

The 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has once again turned cricket stadiums into launchpads. From the high-altitude reaches of Dharamshala to the batting paradise of the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, the current season has witnessed a masterclass in raw power and timing.

As teams battle for supremacy on the points table, an equally fierce competition is unfolding for the “Longest Six of the Season” award. This year, seasoned veterans and emerging young stars alike are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, with several hits already clearing the stadium roofs.

Top 10 Longest Sixes In IPL 2026

Tim David Longest six In IPL 2026
Source: ESPNCricinfo

As of May 20, 2026, based on officially recorded distances:

RankPlayerTeamDistanceOpponentVenue
1Tilak VarmaMI106mvs PBKSHPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
2Tim DavidRCB106mvs CSKM. Chinnaswamy Stadium
3David MillerDC106mvs GTNarendra Modi Stadium
4Jacob BethellRCB104mvs DCArun Jaitley Stadium
5Cooper ConnollyPBKS103mvs SRHMaharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium
6Mitchell MarshLSG102mvs RCBM.Chinnaswamy Stadium
7Donovan FerreiraRR102mvs SRHSawai Mansingh Stadium
8Nicholas PooranLSG101mvs CSKEkana Cricket Stadium
9Rajat PatidarRCB101mvs LSGEkana Stadium
10Aniket VermaSRH100mvs RCBM. Chinnaswamy Stadium

IPL 2026 has already seen some massive sixes this season, with batters taking full advantage of flat pitches and smaller boundaries across venues. Looking at the aggressive intent from players, fans even believe that hitting six sixes in an over could become a reality in this year’s tournament. The fearless batting approach and high scoring matches are making every game more exciting than ever.

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Conclusion: Tim David With 106m Six Leads The List Of Top Longest Sixes In IPL 2026

While the all-time IPL record of 125 metres (set by Albie Morkel in 2008) remains untouched for now, the 2026 season is proving that modern-day bats and elite fitness levels are bringing that milestone closer than ever. 

Tim David’s 106m currently leads the pack, but with the tournament still in its league stages and several “small” grounds yet to host crucial matches, the leaderboard is far from settled.

For fans and broadcasters alike, these massive hits are more than just six runs they are the ultimate spectacle of T20 cricket, proving that in the IPL, no boundary is truly safe.

About the Author

Shreya Patil is a Mumbai-based documentary photographer turned cricket storyteller. Having covered local leagues through her lens, she now writes feature pieces at WPLeague, capturing the human side of women’s cricket beyond the boundary ropes.

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