India showcased their dominance over England in Rajkot with a staggering 434-run victory, propelling them to a 2-1 series lead. After a setback in the first Test in Hyderabad, India made a commendable comeback in Vizag and Rajkot, with their batters displaying exceptional form. The team has hit a record 48 sixes in the first three matches of the series, setting a new benchmark for the most sixes by a team in a Test series.
Here's a look at the top five instances of teams hitting the most sixes during a Test series:
India vs England in 2024
India's batting lineup has been unstoppable in the 2024 series against England, blasting 48 sixes in just three matches. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal alone contributed 22 sixes, amassing 545 runs. With two more matches to go, anticipation is high for even more spectacular hitting.
India vs South Africa in 2019
In a dominant 3-0 series win over South Africa in 2019, Indian batters hammered 47 sixes. Rohit Sharma led the charge with 19 sixes, scoring 529 runs, while Mayank Agarwal and Ravindra Jadeja contributed eight and six sixes, respectively, showcasing India's deep-hitting prowess.
England vs Australia in 2023
The Ashes 2023 was a thrilling series that ended in a 2-2 draw, with England batters exemplifying their 'Bazball' approach by hitting 43 sixes. Captain Ben Stokes was a standout performer, smashing 15 sixes, including nine in a memorable 155-run innings at Lord's.
Australia vs England in 2013-14
The 2013-14 Ashes series, remembered for Mitchell Johnson's bowling, also featured Australian batters hitting 40 sixes as they swept the series 5-0. Brad Haddin and George Bailey were notable for their contributions, hitting nine and eight sixes, respectively.
Pakistan vs India in 2006
Pakistan emerged victorious in the 2006 series against India with a 1-0 lead, thanks to their batters who hit 37 sixes across three matches. Shahid Afridi was particularly explosive, hitting 14 sixes, including 13 across two innings where he scored centuries.
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