On This Day: Yuvraj Singh 6 sixes lit up the 2007 T20 World Cup
The cricketing world is never short of unforgettable moments—feats of brilliance where players defy the odds and turn the impossible into reality. These heroic acts often transcend the match itself, leaving behind a legacy that inspires generations and secures a permanent place in the sport’s history. From last-over thrillers to record-breaking innings, cricket has given fans countless reasons to celebrate. Yet, amidst all these legendary moments, few can rival the sheer impact and audacity of Yuvraj Singh’s iconic six sixes in a single over. On September 19, 2007, during the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup, Yuvraj etched his name into cricketing folklore.
Yuvraj Singh six sixes took Stuart Broad by the storm during the 2007 T20 World Cup
Facing England's Stuart Broad, the Indian all-rounder unleashed a storm of six consecutive maximums, sending the crowd into a frenzy and cricket fans around the world into collective awe. It wasn’t just power—it was precision, timing, and unshakable confidence. As we mark the 18th anniversary of that legendary performance, Yuvraj’s feat remains one of the most celebrated moments in T20 history. It wasn’t just an over—it was a statement. A reminder of cricket’s unpredictable magic and Yuvraj Singh’s ability to rise on the biggest stage with a moment that still echoes through the sport.
The inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007 was a landmark moment in Indian cricket history, filled with unforgettable highlights. Among them, one moment stood out like no other—Yuvraj Singh’s jaw-dropping six sixes in a single over against England. It wasn’t just a display of power hitting; it was a moment that turned a cricket match into legend. The drama began in the 21st match of the tournament, when India faced England in Durban. Batting first, India got off to a blazing start, thanks to a 136-run opening stand between Gautam Gambhir and Virender Sehwag, putting the English bowlers on the back foot.
Yuvraj Singh entered the crease after Robin Uthappa’s dismissal, already looking sharp. But it was a fiery exchange with England’s Andrew Flintoff at the end of the 18th over that lit the spark. Heated words were exchanged, and what followed next was nothing short of explosive. Stuart Broad came on to bowl the 19th over, unaware he was about to be part of history. Yuvraj, fueled by adrenaline and aggression, launched into a brutal assault—six balls, six sixes. In just one over, he transformed the match into a historic spectacle and delivered a knockout punch that England would never forget.
As the 19th over began in Durban, Stuart Broad stood at the top of his mark, unaware that he was about to be part of one of cricket’s most iconic moments. Yuvraj Singh, already fired up from a tense exchange with Andrew Flintoff, was ready at the crease—and what followed was nothing short of historic. On the very first delivery, Yuvraj launched a colossal 111-meter six over cow corner, setting the tone. The second ball met the same fate, disappearing over backward square leg. Broad, rattled but still trying to recover, sent in the third ball—only to see it sail over extra cover for yet another six.
Desperate to stop the carnage, Broad delivered a full toss on the fourth delivery, which Yuvraj effortlessly dispatched into the crowd. Even when Broad attempted a change of line, Yuvraj adjusted with ease, blasting the fifth delivery over midwicket. The pressure was now immense, and yet, Yuvraj wasn’t done. He ended the over with his sixth consecutive six, sealing his name in the record books. In just 12 balls, Yuvraj Singh smashed a fiery half-century—the fastest in T20I history—and lifted India’s total to 218. His fearless display defined dominance and remains etched as a golden chapter in cricket’s legacy.
