Deandra Dottin tops the list with 31 sixes in Women’s T20 World Cup history. Her powerful hitting has helped the West Indies dominate matches and consistently clear boundaries in crucial overs.
Across 35 matches, Dottin scored 770 runs at a strike rate of 127.90, hitting 73 fours, with 1 century and 3 fifties. Her 5 not-outs kept her average at 26.55, facing 602 balls efficiently.
This article details the top 10 six-hitters, their runs, strike rates, and sixes, providing a complete statistical overview and highlighting the most impactful power-hitters in Women’s T20 World Cup history.
Top 10 Players by Most Sixes In Women’s T20 World Cup History: Overview
Here is an overview of top 10 players who have been the best six- hitters in the Women’s T20 World Cup History:
| Player | Span | Matches | Runs | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deandra Dottin | 2009-2024 | 35 | 770 | 31 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur | 2009-2024 | 39 | 726 | 19 |
| Sophie Devine | 2009-2024 | 38 | 785 | 19 |
| Alyssa Healy | 2010-2024 | 42 | 1008 | 15 |
| Chloe Tryon | 2010-2024 | 31 | 358 | 13 |
| Stafanie Taylor | 2009-2024 | 35 | 1014 | 13 |
| Ellyse Perry | 2009-2024 | 47 | 503 | 12 |
| Meg Lanning | 2012-2023 | 35 | 992 | 12 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 2014-2024 | 25 | 524 | 11 |
| Shafali Verma | 2020-2024 | 14 | 362 | 10 |
1. Deandra Dottin – 31 Sixes
Dottin played 35 matches, scoring 770 runs with 31 sixes and 73 fours, striking at 127.90. She recorded 1 century and 3 fifties.
She remained not out 5 times in 34 innings, keeping her batting average at 26.55, facing 602 balls.
Her ability to clear boundaries consistently makes her the leading six-hitter, influencing games across multiple editions of the Women’s T20 World Cup.
Deandra Dottin also holds the record for scoring the fastest centuries in the Women’s T20 World Cup. She has scored 112* runs in 38 balls.
2. Harmanpreet Kaur – 19 Sixes
Kaur appeared in 39 matches, scoring 726 runs with 19 sixes and 70 fours, including 1 century and 4 fifties.
She remained not out 4 times in 33 innings, giving an average of 25.03, facing 647 balls at 112.21 strike rate.
Kaur consistently delivers power-hitting for India, making her one of the top boundary-hitters historically in Women’s T20 World Cups.
3. Sophie Devine – 19 Sixes
Devine played 38 matches, hitting 19 sixes and 72 fours, scoring 785 runs at a strike rate of 111.82, with 4 fifties.
She remained not out 7 times in 37 innings, keeping her average at 26.16, facing 702 balls efficiently.
Devine combines regular six-hitting with consistent scoring, maintaining New Zealand’s competitive edge across tournaments.
Sophie Devine has also scored the fastest fifty in the Women’s T20 World Cup. She achieved this record in just 18 balls.
4. Alyssa Healy – 15 Sixes
Healy featured in 42 matches, scoring 1008 runs with 15 sixes and 132 fours, striking at 129.39, including 7 fifties.
She remained not out 4 times in 39 innings, giving her an average of 28.80, facing 779 balls effectively.
Her aggressive top-order batting ensures Australia gains quick runs and consistent boundary-hitting throughout the tournament.
5. Chloe Tryon – 13 Sixes
Tryon played 31 matches, scoring 358 runs with 13 sixes and 30 fours, with a highest score of 40, at a 120.53 strike rate.
She remained not out 5 times in 26 innings, maintaining an average of 17.04, facing 297 balls.
Her regular six-hitting boosts South Africa’s mid-order scoring and provides consistent power during T20 World Cups.
6. Stafanie Taylor – 13 Sixes
Taylor featured in 35 matches, scoring 1014 runs with 13 sixes and 94 fours, striking at 94.67, including 6 fifties.
She had 8 not outs in 35 innings, averaging 37.55, facing 1071 balls, providing stability and boundary-hitting impact.
Taylor balances scoring and six-hitting, making the West Indies strong in both the top-order and middle-order overs.
Also, it is worth knowing that Stafanie Taylor ranks second for scoring the Most Runs In ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.
7. Ellyse Perry – 12 Sixes
Perry appeared in 47 matches, scoring 503 runs with 12 sixes and 40 fours, striking at 113.80.
She remained not out 12 times in 30 innings, averaging 27.94, facing 442 balls efficiently.
Her lower-order six-hitting offers Australia momentum in crucial overs, complementing top-order performances in T20 World Cups.
8. Meg Lanning – 12 Sixes
Lanning played 35 matches, scoring 992 runs with 12 sixes and 121 fours, including 1 century and 4 fifties, at 112.72 strike rate.
She had 7 not outs in 32 innings, averaging 39.68, facing 880 balls. Her aggressive top-order hitting ensures Australia starts strongly while consistently contributing sixes across tournaments.
9. Smriti Mandhana – 11 Sixes
Mandhana featured in 25 matches, scoring 524 runs with 11 sixes and 65 fours, striking at 114.41, including 4 fifties.
She had 1 not out in 25 innings, averaging 21.83, facing 458 balls, maintaining a strong scoring impact.
Mandhana’s consistent boundary-hitting keeps India competitive and adds depth to their Women’s T20 World Cup batting lineup.
10. Shafali Verma – 10 Sixes
Shafali played 14 matches, scoring 362 runs with 10 sixes and 41 fours, striking at 125.25, without fifties or centuries.
She remained not out 0 times, averaging 25.85, facing 289 balls with explosive starts at the top.
Her aggressive hitting provides India with quick momentum, establishing her as a promising young six-hitter for future editions.
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Conclusion: Most Sixes in Women’s T20 World Cup History Belong to Deandra Dottin
Deandra Dottin leads Women’s T20 World Cup history with 31 sixes, standing out as the tournament’s most powerful boundary-hitter.
She is followed closely by Harmanpreet Kaur and Sophie Devine, who have 19 sixes each, consistently providing explosive scoring for India and New Zealand.
Their performances highlight how top players can change match dynamics with regular six-hitting.
With the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, it will be exciting to see whether Dottin or other top hitters maintain their dominance or whether new players rise to challenge them.
