6,6,6,6,6,6: Kushal Bhurtel emulates Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard with six sixes in an over
A Historic Display of Power-Hitting
In a breathtaking display of batting dominance, Nepal opener Kushal Bhurtel has etched his name into the annals of cricket history. During the Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier 2026, 6,6,6,6,6,6: Kushal Bhurtel emulates Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard with six sixes in an over, leaving spectators and cricket analysts in awe. This extraordinary feat, achieved against the Chinese bowling attack at the Singapore National Cricket Ground on May 31, 2026, marks a significant milestone in Nepal’s rapidly evolving cricketing journey.
The Over That Changed the Game
The incident occurred in the ninth over of Nepal’s innings. With China having elected to field first, the stage was set for an aggressive approach. Facing bowler Chen Zhuo-yue, Bhurtel unleashed a calculated assault. With remarkable timing and unflinching confidence, he cleared the boundary ropes on every legal delivery of the over. Though the bowler attempted a wide on the final ball, it did not diminish the impact of the 36 runs conceded in that single over, effectively seizing complete control of the contest for Nepal.
Joining an Elite Club
By achieving this rare milestone, Bhurtel joins a select group of legends who have accomplished the feat in men’s international cricket. The list includes icons like Herschelle Gibbs, Yuvraj Singh, Kieron Pollard, Jaskaran Malhotra, and his own teammate, Dipendra Singh Airee. Notably, Nepal now holds the unique distinction of being the only nation to produce two players who have achieved the feat of hitting six sixes in an international over, further solidifying their reputation as a side capable of fearless and explosive batting.
A Destructive Innings Beyond the Feat
Bhurtel’s heroics did not cease after that historic over. His momentum carried him forward, resulting in one of the most destructive knocks in T20I history. He reached his century in just 35 balls, equaling one of the fastest hundreds recorded by a Nepal batter. By the time his innings concluded, he had amassed a staggering 129 runs from just 43 deliveries. His scorecard was decorated with five boundaries and a phenomenal 16 sixes, operating at a strike rate of 300.00.
Team Effort Fuels Nepal’s Dominance
While Bhurtel was the architect of the chaos, he received exceptional support from his teammates. Kushal Malla played a vital role with a composed, unbeaten 85 off 47 balls, while captain Rohit Paudel accelerated the run rate significantly, smashing an unbeaten 69 off only 21 deliveries. This combined effort propelled Nepal to a monumental total of 313/2. For China, while Deng Jinquing and Ma Qiancheng managed to pick up one wicket each, the collective pressure exerted by the Nepal batting lineup proved insurmountable.
Impact on Nepal Cricket
This match is more than just a statistical anomaly; it serves as a testament to the growth of cricket in Nepal. The ability to post a total exceeding 300 in a T20I match underscores the technical development and power-hitting prowess that the team has cultivated over the recent years. As the Asian Games qualifier continues, Nepal’s performance remains a beacon of progress for associate nations, proving that on any given day, a blend of strategy and raw power can dismantle the most organized defensive plans. Cricket enthusiasts around the globe will undoubtedly look forward to seeing how Bhurtel and the rest of the Nepal squad build on this momentum in the matches to come.
