On September 19, 2007, Indian cricket fans witnessed one of the most unforgettable moments in T20 history when Yuvraj Singh struck six consecutive sixes off Stuart Broad during the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in South Africa. The iconic knock came against England at Kingsmead, Durban, etching Yuvraj’s name into the record books and leaving the cricketing world in awe.

The fiery start

The innings came at a crucial stage when India needed quick runs to set a commanding total. Tensions were already high after Yuvraj had a heated exchange with England’s Andrew Flintoff. What followed turned into pure cricketing theatre as Yuvraj unleashed his fury on Stuart Broad in the 19th over.

Six balls, six sixes


Each ball disappeared into the stands, with Yuvraj showing impeccable timing, brute force, and composure. His assault made him the first Indian to hit six sixes in an over in international cricket, joining an elite club that included Herschelle Gibbs (ODIs) and Sir Garfield Sobers (first-class cricket).

By the end of the over, Yuvraj had raced to his half-century in just 12 balls — still the fastest fifty in T20 internationals, a record that stands to this day.

Impact on Indian cricket

India went on to win the match by 18 runs and eventually lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup under MS Dhoni’s captaincy. Yuvraj’s innings was not only a turning point in that campaign but also a defining moment in his career.

The six sixes are still remembered as a symbol of India’s fearless brand of cricket, inspiring generations of cricketers and fans alike.