Class Apart! Yashasvi Jaiswal Surpasses Virat Kohli with Rare IPL Six-Hitting Record
In a breathtaking display of power and intent, Rajasthan Royals’ young sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal etched his name into the IPL history books during an electrifying clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 season. Walking out to open the innings at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, the 23-year-old left-hander faced RCB’s seasoned pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar and smashed the very first ball of the innings over the ropes for a monstrous six.
This audacious stroke wasn’t just a statement of intent; it cemented Jaiswal’s position as the record holder for the most sixes off the first ball of an IPL innings. With this feat, achieved for the third time in his burgeoning career, Jaiswal has surged ahead of a host of cricketing giants, including Virat Kohli, Sunil Narine, and Mayank Agarwal, all of whom have managed the feat just once.
Here’s a look at the elite list of players who’ve hit a six off the first ball of an IPL innings:
- 3 – Yashasvi Jaiswal (current holder)
- 1 – Naman Ojha
- 1 – Mayank Agarwal
- 1 – Sunil Narine
- 1 – Virat Kohli
- 1 – Robin Uthappa
- 1 – Phil Salt
- 1 – Priyansh Arya
Jaiswal’s fearless approach has made him a standout performer for Rajasthan Royals since his debut. The Mumbai-born batter, who rose from humble beginnings—famously selling pani puri as a child to support his dreams—has now become a symbol of grit and flair in the IPL. His knack for explosive starts provides RR with the momentum needed in the fast-paced T20 format, and this latest record is a testament to his aggressive mindset.
Meanwhile, earlier in the match, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a formidable 205 for five, thanks to a scintillating performance by their batting lineup. Virat Kohli led from the front with a fluent 70 off 42 balls, laced with powerful strokes and trademark cover drives. He found able support in Devdutt Padikkal, who scored a brisk 50 off 27 balls, as the duo stitched together a crucial 95-run partnership for the second wicket on a surface that offered some assistance to bowlers.
Towards the end, RCB’s late-order hitters ensured they crossed the 200-run mark. Jitesh Sharma played a blistering cameo of 20* off 10 balls, while Tim David chipped in with a valuable 23 off 15 balls, providing the finishing thrust that could challenge RR’s chase. With heavy dew expected in the second innings, the match promises to be a thrilling contest between bat and ball.
As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, Yashasvi Jaiswal’s record-breaking feats and RCB’s formidable batting display underline why this tournament remains the pinnacle of T20 cricket. Can Jaiswal’s fiery start inspire RR to overhaul RCB’s towering total? Stay tuned for what promises to be an edge-of-the-seat encounter!