In an exhilarating display of power batting, Riyan Parag entered the annals of IPL history as the first-ever player to score six sixes off six legal consecutive deliveries — albeit across two overs. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Parag accomplished this marvelous feat in a high-pressure match against Kolkata Knight Riders at the legendary Eden Gardens stadium.
Record-Breaking Knock at Eden Gardens
Riyan Parag created a historic moment in the 13th over of Rajasthan Royals’ innings, when he unleashed a series of remarkable shots that not only showcased his batting prowess but also etched his name permanently in the IPL record books. This unforgettable achievement has placed him among the legends of the league. It all began when Shimron Hetmyer nudged a single off the first ball, bowled by Moeen Ali, handing Parag the strike. What came next was a sensational burst of power hitting that ignited the crowd and energized the entire stadium.
Parag smacked Moeen for four consecutive sixes, picking out the long-on and square leg ropes with accuracy and strength.
Feeling the heat, Moeen Ali attempted to end the run of form by serving a wide one, but to no avail.
On the next legitimate ball, Parag hit another six — this one straight over long-off, that made it five consecutive sixes.
Closing the Feat in Style
The fireworks continued. In the next over, bowled by Varun Chakravarthy, Hetmyer rotated the strike once more with a single on the first ball. In red-hot form, Parag executed a flawless reverse sweep on the very next delivery, Sending the ball crashing over the boundary, He achieved an extraordinary milestone by hitting six sixes in six consecutive legal deliveries — a groundbreaking achievement that marks a historic first in the rich history of the IPL.
A Bitter Ending Despite Heroics
Despite Riyan Parag’s fiery batting display, Rajasthan Royals narrowly missed victory, falling short by a heartbreaking single run. It was heartbreak for both the team and the fans, but Parag’s power performance was the single biggest topic of discussion during the game. His aggressive batting when it mattered the most displayed his increasing maturity as well as his potential as a T20 match-winner.
A Landmark Achievement
Riyan Parag’s six successive sixes, albeit not in one over, remain an incredible feat in the world’s largest T20 league. The blend of timing, technique, and audacity he showcased is a testament to the changing power-hitting abilities in contemporary cricket — and his name is now irrevocably part of IPL lore.
As the tournament goes on, all eyes will be on Parag to see if he can carry on this form and assist Rajasthan Royals in their pursuit of another title.