Finn Allen Breaks Chris Gayle’s Record for Most Sixes in a T20 Innings 

Date: June 13, 2025
Match: San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom
Venue: Oakland Coliseum, California

Finn Allen, a cricketer from New Zealand, made history in T20 cricket by hitting 19 sixes in one inning. He played for the San Francisco Unicorns against the Washington Freedom in the first game of Major League Cricket 2025, and this was a great performance. Allen hit 19 sixes, breaking the world record of 18 set by West Indies great Chris Gayle. This is why he is one of the most dangerous hitters in modern cricket.

Allen hit 151 runs without getting out in just 51 balls. He got to 100 runs in just 34 balls and 150 runs in just 49 balls. Bowlers couldn't do anything about his aggressive style because he kept clearing the ropes in all directions. The game took place at the Oakland Coliseum in California, and his knock helped the Unicorns achieve one of the highest team totals in U.S. T20 history, 269/5.

Allen's timing and power hitting astounded the audience. Fans knew they were witnessing a unique performance as each six generated excitement. Allen stated after the game that he was just trying to maintain his concentration and make good contact with the ball, but even he was taken aback by how well everything went.

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- Finn Allen hits Most Sixes in an innings in T20 Cricket History, he surpassed Chris Gayle (19 Sixes). 🤯 pic.twitter.com/6L3xfcziuY

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Record-Breaking Performance That Will Be Remembered

Finn Allen's innings not only set records but also sent a message to the cricket world. He hit 19 sixes in one inning, which is more than any other T20 cricket player has ever done. He also became the fastest New Zealand player to score a century and the fastest player in the world to reach 150 runs in T20 cricket.

Cricket fans from all over the world took notice of his explosive knock, which greatly boosted Major League Cricket. For Allen, who had not sold at the most recent IPL auctions, it was also a tale of personal redemption. He has demonstrated his extraordinary talent with this innings and made a compelling case for selection in the world's top leagues.