Batsmen who hit a six on the very first ball of an IPL match

By Ravi
May 02, 2026

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1. Naman Ojha

Playing for the Rajasthan Royals, Naman Ojha smashed a six off the very first ball of the match against Kolkata Brad Hogg in 2009, becoming the first player to do so.

2. Virat Kohli

Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli smashed a six off the very first ball of the match against Rajasthan Varun Aaron in 2019.

3. Phil Salt

Playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders, Phil Salt smashed a six off the very first ball of the match against Mumbai Nuwan Thushara in 2024.

4. Priyansh Arya

Punjab Kings Priyansh Arya smashed a six off the very first ball of the match against Chennai Khaleel Ahmed in 2025.

5. Yashasvi Jaiswal

Rajasthan Royals Yashasvi Jaiswal has hit a six off the very first ball of the match against Delhi Mitchell Starc in 2026.

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