Anshul Kamboj Equals Unwanted IPL Record for Most Sixes Conceded
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A Tough Night at the Ekana Stadium
In the high-stakes environment of IPL 2026, even the most consistent performers can have a day to forget. For Chennai Super Kings (CSK) pacer Anshul Kamboj, the clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) proved to be one such occasion. As the Super Kings fought to keep their playoff aspirations alive, Kamboj, who has been a pillar of the team’s bowling attack this season, found himself on the receiving end of a brutal batting display.
Kamboj conceded 0/63 in his 2.4 overs, a spell that saw him equal a dreaded record in the tournament’s history. While he has often been the go-to bowler for CSK, this particular outing was defined by the relentless aggression of the LSG batters, who capitalized on every opportunity to clear the ropes.
The Breakdown of the Record-Equalling Spell
The match saw LSG chasing down a total of 188/3 with relative ease in 16.4 overs. The architect of the carnage against Kamboj was Mitchell Marsh, who continued his stellar form at the venue. Marsh, who had previously notched a century at the Ekana Stadium, dismantled the CSK bowling unit with 90 off just 38 deliveries, including 7 sixes.
Kamboj found himself under immense pressure during the fifth over of the innings. Struggling with his length, he conceded four consecutive sixes to Marsh, allowing the batter to surge from 14*(13) to 42*(19). The punishment did not end there. As the game approached its conclusion and LSG required 24 runs in the final four overs, Nicholas Pooran took charge. Pooran, facing Kamboj, hit four more sixes in a row, effectively ending the contest and putting his name alongside those who have punished the bowler severely.
With this performance, Kamboj joined Yash Dayal as the only bowlers in IPL history to concede 8 sixes in a single innings. Dayal previously set this unfortunate mark during a match against KKR in 2023.
Most Sixes Conceded in an IPL Innings
- Yash Dayal: 8 sixes vs KKR, 2023
- Anshul Kamboj: 8 sixes vs LSG, 2026
Reflecting on a Breakthrough Season
While the match against LSG was undeniably a setback, it is important to contextualize Kamboj’s season as a whole. Before this outing, he had been a revelation for the Chennai Super Kings. With 19 wickets in 12 innings, he sits firmly among the top wicket-takers of the 2026 season, trailing only Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kagiso Rabada.
Kamboj’s role as a death-overs specialist has been instrumental for CSK. He has claimed 11 wickets between the 15th and 20th overs, the highest tally by any bowler in this phase of the game for the current season. Remarkably, the LSG encounter was only the second time this campaign that he has conceded more than 50 runs in an innings. His ability to bounce back from this performance will be critical for his team’s final push.
The Road Ahead for CSK
Following this loss, the Chennai Super Kings find themselves in a precarious position. Currently sitting 6th on the points table with 12 points from 12 matches, the path to the playoffs remains narrow but achievable. The team’s journey has been characterized by resilience, having recovered from three consecutive defeats at the start of the season.
The upcoming fixtures against the Sunrisers Hyderabad and the Gujarat Giants are now absolute must-win encounters. If CSK is to secure a spot in the playoffs, they will need their senior players and key bowlers like Kamboj to regain their composure and execute their plans under pressure. The challenge is significant, but in the unpredictable nature of the IPL, the Super Kings remain a side capable of turning their fortunes around when it matters most.
