IPL 2025: Riyan Parag Smashes 6 Consecutive Sixes, Joins Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard in Elite Club

In a electrifying moment at Eden Gardens on May 4, 2025, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag turned the tide against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in IPL 2025. Parag smashed six consecutive sixes, a feat that places him alongside cricketing giants like Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard. This explosive performance not only revived Rajasthan’s innings but also set social media ablaze with excitement.

The Match: KKR vs RR at Eden Gardens

Chasing a daunting 207-run target, Rajasthan Royals found themselves reeling at 72/5 in the 8th over. Enter Riyan Parag, who took charge when his team needed him most. Facing KKR’s Moeen Ali in the 13th over, Parag unleashed a barrage of sixes that left the crowd roaring and commentators speechless.

Ball-by-Ball: Parag’s Six Sixes Breakdown

Here’s how Parag made history with six sixes in back-to-back balls:

• 12.2: Moeen Ali bowls flatter and full on the pads. Parag whips it over deep square leg for a flat six, bringing up his fifty with a calm raise of the bat.
• 12.3: Flighted and full on off, Parag launches it over long on for another towering six.
• 12.4: Moeen switches to around the wicket, but Parag swipes a full delivery on leg over deep square leg again.
• 12.5: A loopy ball on middle, Parag clears his front leg and smashes it high over long on.
• 12.6: Quicker and full outside off, Parag extends his arms and tonks it over long off—five sixes in the over!
• 13.2: Varun Chakravarthy floats one full around middle, and Parag nails a reverse sweep over deep point for his sixth consecutive six.

This 32-run over against Moeen Ali, followed by the sixth six off Chakravarthy, marked one of the most unforgettable sequences in IPL history.

A Rare Feat in IPL History

Hitting five sixes in a single over is a rare achievement in the IPL. Here’s the elite list Parag joined:

• Chris Gayle vs. Rahul Sharma (2012)
• Rahul Tewatia vs. Sheldon Cottrell (2020)
• Ravindra Jadeja vs. Harshal Patel (2021)
• Rinku Singh vs. Yash Dayal (2023)
• Riyan Parag vs. Moeen Ali (2025)

But Parag went a step further with six consecutive sixes across two overs, echoing the legendary feats of Yuvraj Singh (2007 T20 World Cup), Kieron Pollard (2021 T20I), and Dipendra Singh Airee (on two occasions). While no one has hit six sixes in a single IPL over, Parag’s performance is as close as it gets.

Parag’s Knock: 95 Runs of Pure Brilliance

Parag’s onslaught ended in the 17th over when he was dismissed for 95—his highest IPL score yet. Packed with 10 sixes and 4 fours, his 48-ball innings kept Rajasthan alive in the chase. Though the match outcome remains pending, Parag’s heroics will be the talk of IPL 2025 for years to come.

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Why This Moment Matters

Parag’s six-in-six isn’t just about brute force—it’s a showcase of skill, composure, and clutch performance under pressure. At a time when Rajasthan Royals were on the brink, their captain delivered a career-defining knock that could signal his arrival as a T20 superstar.

This feat also draws parallels to T20I history, where only three players have hit six consecutive sixes:

• Yuvraj Singh vs. Stuart Broad (2007)
• Kieron Pollard vs. Sri Lanka (2021)
• Dipendra Singh Airee vs. Qatar and Mongolia

Explore more iconic T20 moments at blog.urtechy.com/top-t20-performances.

A Night to Remember

Riyan Parag’s six consecutive sixes lit up Eden Gardens and cemented his place in cricketing lore. As IPL 2025 unfolds, fans will be watching to see if he can replicate this magic. For the latest IPL news, stats, and analysis, head to urtechy.com.

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Image: Riyan Parag’s explosive sixes against KKR (Credit: AP Photo)