In the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), while six-hitting grabs the headlines, hitting fours is an equally crucial skill that defines a batter’s consistency and ability to find gaps. The player who has mastered this skill better than anyone is Shikhar Dhawan, who holds the record for the most fours in IPL history.
Most Fours in IPL History
As of IPL 2024, Shikhar Dhawan leads the chart with an astonishing 768 fours in 222 matches. The left-handed opener has been a pillar of consistency in the IPL, using his elegant stroke play and timing to dominate opposition bowlers.
Top Four Hitters in IPL
Apart from Dhawan, several other players have showcased their ability to find boundaries regularly:
- Shikhar Dhawan – 768 fours (222 matches)
- Virat Kohli – 705 fours (252 matches)
- David Warner – 663 fours (184 matches)
- Rohit Sharma – 599 fours (243 matches)
- Suresh Raina – 506 fours (205 matches)
- Gautam Gambhir – 492 fours (154 matches)
Dhawan’s Most Iconic Four-Hitting Performances
- 97 off 63 balls (2020)* – Against Delhi Capitals, where he hit 13 fours.
- 106 off 61 balls (2020)* – Against Kings XI Punjab, with 12 fours.
- 92 off 49 balls (2019)* – Against Kolkata Knight Riders, hitting 13 boundaries.
Can Dhawan’s Record Be Broken?
With Dhawan still active in the IPL, his tally of fours is expected to increase. Virat Kohli and David Warner are his closest challengers, but overtaking his record will require remarkable consistency over the next few seasons.
With IPL 2025 set to begin, it will be interesting to see if Dhawan further strengthens his hold on this record or if someone else rises to the challenge.
