Cricket has always been a game of power and big hits, and the advent of T20 cricket has further amplified the importance of sixes in the sport. Pakistan has produced some of the most exciting and entertaining batters T20 cricket, who have delighted fans with their ability to clear the boundary ropes. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 Pakistani batters who hit the most sixes in T20 international matches in 2022. From established stars to rising talents, these batsmen have all made a significant impact with their big hitting and have played a crucial role in Pakistan's success in T20 cricket.
1. Mohammad Rizwan
In first place, we have Mohammad Rizwan with 22 sixes in 2022. He played with a strike rate of 122.96 for 25 innings. Primarily known for his ability to score runs at a consistent pace, Rizwan's ability to hit big shots at crucial moments has made him a valuable asset for the team.
2. Iftikhar Ahmed
Next on the list is Iftikhar Ahmed. In 2022, Ahmed hit 15 sixes in 21 innings. He played with a strike rate of 118.56 and recorded the highest score of 51 runs for this calendar year. Iftikhar's versatility and ability to contribute with both bat and ball make him a promising player for the future of Pakistani cricket.
3. Mohammad Nawaz
Mohammad Nawaz stands in the third position on this list. He hit 12 sixes in 21 innings with a strike rate of 128.87. Nawaz is a handy batsman and can contribute runs in the lower order, thus providing depth to the Pakistani batting line-up.
4. Shadab Khan
Next up is the young and talented all-rounder Shadab Khan. Shadab hit 11 sixes in 12 innings while playing with an astonishing strike rate of 154.61. His ability to hit big shots toward the end of innings makes him a valuable asset for the team in limited-overs cricket.
5. Babar Azam
On number five, we have one of the best batsmen in the world and the captain of the Pakistani cricket team, Babar Azam. He hit 10 sixes in 26 innings and had a strike rate of 123.32. Azam's ability to play both attacking and defensive cricket has made him a force to be reckoned with in all formats of the game.
6. Khushdil Shah
Khushdil Shah is a left-handed middle-order batsman who can hit the ball a long way. He hit 8 sixes in 11 innings for Pakistan in T20Is in 2022. His strike rate was as high as 116.0 during this tenure. Shah's ability to clear the ropes with ease makes him a dangerous player in the death overs of the innings.
7. Mohammad Haris
On number seven, we have Mohammad Haris, who is praised for his maturity and composure at the crease. In 2022, he hit 7 sixes in only 5 innings with a tremendous strike rate of 138.66. He has already shown his potential in several matches and has a bright future ahead of him.
8. Shan Masood
Shan Masood is a Pakistani cricketer known for his solid and patient batting style. Masood's temperament and discipline make him a valuable asset for the team, especially in Test cricket. But even in the shortest format of the game, he was impressive as he hit 7 sixes while playing with a strike rate of 121.91.
9. Asif Ali
Asif Ali is a hard-hitting middle-order batsman who is known for his ability to clear the ropes with ease. He hit 5 sixes for Pakistan in T20Is in 2022. He maintained a decent strike rate of 130.23 in the 15 innings he featured in. Ali's aggressive style of play makes him a valuable asset for the team, especially in the later stages of the innings.
10. Haider Ali
The last player to make it to this list of six-hitters is Haider Ali. Haider hit 4 sixes in 11 innings while playing with a strike rate of 117.72. Haider has a fearless approach to batting and can hit big shots all around the ground.
