Rohit Sharma - India's explosive batter, made headlines at a recent Oral-B event with a candid response about his approach to hitting sixes. Known for his fearless style and ability to dominate bowlers, Rohit revealed that he doesn't have a preference for any particular bowler.
His mindset is simple: attack, no matter who is in front of him. The comments underline the confidence and consistency that have made him one of cricket's most feared batsmen.
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Rohit Sharma on hitting sixes against any bowler
When asked which bowler he would always love to hit for a six, Rohit didn’t hesitate.
"Honestly, everyone. I would love to hit all of them. There is no particular one. My mindset is always the same, I just want to hit, doesn't matter who is in front of me,” he said at the event.
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The statement reflects the fearless attitude Rohit has displayed across formats - whether in high-pressure World Cups or routine series games. His ability to take on bowlers regardless of reputation has been key to India's success over the years.
Top 5 batsmen with most international sixes
Rohit's six-hitting is unmatched in cricket history. With 637 international sixes across formats, he tops the all-time list.
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Here is how he compares with other legendary power-hitters:
| Player | Innings | Sixes |
|---|---|---|
| RG Sharma (IND) | 532 | 637 |
| CH Gayle (ICC/WI) | 551 | 553 |
| Shahid Afridi (PAK) | 508 | 476 |
| BB McCullum (NZ) | 474 | 398 |
| MJ Guptill (NZ) | 402 | 383 |