In the World Test Championship (WTC), six-hitting has become a hallmark of modern batting, with aggressive stroke-makers dominating the leaderboard. Here are the players who’ve redefined power-hitting in Test cricket.
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England’s skipper & all-rounder Ben Stokes sits atop the WTC sixes chart with 83 maximums. Known for his fearless counterattacking approach, Stokes often uses six-hitting as a weapon to shift momentum, particularly in pressure situations.
Rishabh Pant's fearless and unpredictable style has yielded 58 sixes, making him the most prolific Indian six-hitter in WTC history. Whether it’s lofting spinners or pulling pacers off the front foot, Pant plays with audacious freedom.
Nicknamed the “Hitman,” Rohit Sharma brings his limited-overs flair to red-ball cricket. His 56 sixes in WTC matches reflect his ability to dominate spinners and pacers alike.
Despite being new to Test cricket, Yashasvi Jaiswal has already hit 40 sixes, showing remarkable intent at the top of the order.
New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell combines a calm temperament with brute power. His 34 sixes in WTC cricket have come through calculated aggression, especially during partnerships in the middle order.
Jonny Bairstow thrives on playing with freedom, and his 32 sixes in WTC matches highlight his aggressive instincts. Under the “Bazball” era, Bairstow has flourished as a fearless stroke-maker.
Elegant yet attacking, Shubman Gill has struck 32 sixes in his WTC career so far. His sixes are a mix of classical lofted drives and innovative pulls. As India’s young captain, Gill is showing an increasing ability to switch gears and inject aggression when the team needs a lift.
Australian middle-order enforcer Travis Head has smashed 31 sixes in the WTC. He brings a fearless approach to his role, especially during counterattacks.
Harry Brook is England’s rising six-hitting star, with 29 sixes in just a handful of Tests. Known for his explosive back-foot game and fearless intent.
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has quietly accumulated 29 sixes in WTC cricket. Known more for his control and consistency, Jadeja surprises bowlers with sudden bursts of aggression.
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