Most sixes in an innings for BBL: Mitch Owen: 108 from just 42 balls (!), with ELEVEN sixes in the BBL 2025 Final match against Sydney Thunder.
| Rank | Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Opposition | Ground | Match Date | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MJ Owen | 108 | 42 | 6 | 11 | 257.14 | Thunder | Hobart | 27 Jan 2025 | Twenty20 |
| 2 | BR McDermott | 127 | 65 | 9 | 9 | 195.38 | Renegades | Melbourne (Docklands) | 29 Dec 2021 | Twenty20 |
| 3 | BR McDermott | 114 | 52 | 8 | 9 | 219.23 | Renegades | Melbourne (Docklands) | 12 Jan 2017 | Twenty20 |
| 4 | DJM Short | 122 | 69 | 8 | 8 | 176.81 | Heat | Brisbane | 10 Jan 2018 | Twenty20 |
| 5 | MS Wade | 130 | 61 | 11 | 7 | 213.11 | Strikers | Adelaide | 26 Jan 2020 | Twenty20 |
| 6 | DJM Short | 103 | 70 | 3 | 7 | 147.14 | Scorchers | Perth | 05 Jan 2020 | Twenty20 |
| 7 | BR McDermott | 67 | 30 | 4 | 6 | 223.33 | Scorchers | Perth | 01 Feb 2018 | Twenty20 |
| 8 | MS Wade | 67 | 30 | 2 | 6 | 223.33 | Thunder | Albury | 31 Dec 2022 | Twenty20 |
| 9 | TH David | 76 | 41 | 5 | 6 | 185.36 | Thunder | Hobart | 15 Jan 2023 | Twenty20 |
| 10 | TH David | 62 | 28 | 3 | 6 | 221.42 | Strikers | Hobart | 05 Jan 2025 | Twenty20 |
Hobart Hurricanes’ Top Six-Hitters in Big Bash League History
Over the years, the Hobart Hurricanes have witnessed some electrifying batting performances, with numerous memorable innings lighting up the Big Bash League (BBL). The Hurricanes have been home to powerful hitters who are capable of sending the ball over the boundary with regularity. Here’s a look at the top 10 innings featuring the most sixes by Hurricanes players in BBL history.
1. MJ Owen’s Record-Breaking Knock (11 Sixes)
On January 27, 2025, MJ Owen played an unforgettable innings against the Sydney Thunder at Hobart. His blistering 108 off just 42 balls featured an incredible 11 sixes, setting the record for the most sixes in a single innings for the Hurricanes. With a strike rate of 257.14, Owen’s innings will go down as one of the finest displays of power-hitting in BBL history.
2 & 3. Ben McDermott’s Double Delight (9 Sixes in Two Innings)
Ben McDermott is no stranger to clearing the ropes. On two occasions, he smashed 9 sixes in an innings, both against the Melbourne Renegades at Docklands. His 127 off 65 balls on December 29, 2021, and his 114 off 52 balls on January 12, 2017, rank as some of the most thrilling knocks for the Hurricanes. Known for his clean hitting, McDermott made it a nightmare for Renegades bowlers.
4. D’Arcy Short’s Firepower (8 Sixes)
D’Arcy Short’s name is synonymous with BBL brilliance. On January 10, 2018, he demolished the Brisbane Heat bowlers, smashing 8 sixes in his 122 off 69 balls. Short’s aggressive style and ability to dominate bowling attacks have made him one of the BBL’s most dangerous batsmen.
5 & 6. Matthew Wade’s All-Round Hitting (7 Sixes)
Matthew Wade is another standout in the Hurricanes’ lineup, and his ability to combine quick runs with powerful hitting has earned him a place in the top 10. His highest six-hitting innings came against the Adelaide Strikers on January 26, 2020, when he hit 7 sixes during a stunning 130 off 61 balls. Wade replicated this feat with 7 sixes in a match against the Perth Scorchers on January 5, 2020.
7 & 8. More from McDermott and Wade (6 Sixes)
Ben McDermott and Matthew Wade continued their dominance, each hitting 6 sixes in separate innings. McDermott’s 67 off 30 balls against the Scorchers on February 1, 2018, and Wade’s 67 off 30 balls against the Thunder on December 31, 2022, were both powerful displays of clean striking.
9 & 10. Tim David’s Explosive Cameos (6 Sixes)
Tim David, known for his finishing ability, played two whirlwind knocks that included 6 sixes. His 76 off 41 balls against the Thunder on January 15, 2023, and 62 off 28 balls against the Strikers on January 5, 2025, further cemented his reputation as a lethal batsman in the Hurricanes’ lineup.
These innings highlight the immense power and striking ability within the Hobart Hurricanes’ batting arsenal. As the BBL continues to evolve, the Hurricanes’ fans can look forward to more explosive knocks and thrilling six-hitting displays from their star players.
