Yashasvi Jaiswal Sets IPL Record with First-Ball Six

NEW DELHI, India — Yashasvi Jaiswal made IPL history on April 24, 2025, during a match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru by hitting a six off the first ball he faced. This achievement marks the third time he has accomplished this feat, making him the record holder for the most sixes hit off the first ball of an innings.

Jaiswal’s explosive start came against Bhuvneshwar Kumar, as he stepped up to open the innings. His audacious stroke earned him a unique place in IPL history, topping a list that includes players like Naman Ojha and Sunil Narine, who have each done it once.

“It feels amazing to set a record like this,” Jaiswal said after the match. “I just wanted to make an impact right from the beginning.”

Earlier in the game, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru had set a solid target of 205 runs for five wickets. The innings was driven by stellar performances from Virat Kohli, who scored 70 off 42 balls, and Devdutt Padikkal, who made 50 off 27 deliveries. Together, they built a significant partnership of 95 runs for the second wicket on a challenging surface.

Late contributions from Jitesh Sharma, who finished with 20 runs off 10 balls, and Tim David, who scored 23 off 15, gave RCB a strong finish.

With this remarkable achievement, Jaiswal has proven himself as a player to watch in the league, showcasing his ability to seize opportunities in high-pressure situations.