03/06/2026
Part 2 | RCB vs KKR IPL 2008 🔥 | McCullum's Historic 158 | First Match Highlights*
The first-ever IPL match was played on 18 April 2008 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Bengaluru. It became one of the most memorable matches in cricket history because of an unbelievable innings from Brendon McCullum.
📚 Match Highlights 👇
🏏 KKR Score: 222/3 in 20 overs
🔥 Brendon McCullum: 158* off 73 balls
💥 10 Fours & 13 Sixes
🎯 RCB All Out: 82 runs
🏆 KKR won by 140 runs
⭐ Player of the Match: Brendon McCullum
Brendon McCullum played one of the greatest T20 innings ever, smashing an unbeaten 158 runs and announcing the arrival of the IPL in spectacular fashion. His innings included 13 sixes and remains one of the most iconic knocks in IPL history.
This match is remembered as the game that launched the IPL era and showcased the entertainment, power-hitting, and excitement that would define the tournament for years to come.
📰 Quick Facts
First IPL Match: 18 April 2008
Teams: KKR vs RCB
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
KKR: 222/3
RCB: 82 all out
KKR won by 140 runs
McCullum scored 158* off 73 balls
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