In the very first match of the IPL, Brendon McCullum, opening for Kolkata Knight Riders, took the attack to the Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers, scoring an unbeaten 158 runs in just 73 balls
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Chris Gayle's Record-Breaking 175 (IPL 2013)
Chris Gayle, the "Universe Boss," smashed a record-breaking 175 runs off just 66 balls for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors India in 2013.
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Chennai Super Kings' Comeback (IPL 2018)
After a two-year suspension due to a betting scandal, Chennai Super Kings returned to the IPL in 2018 in triumphant fashion, winning the championship under the captaincy of MS Dhoni.
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Yusuf Pathan's 37-Ball Century (IPL 2010)
In a thrilling match against Mumbai Indians in 2010, Yusuf Pathan of Rajasthan Royals smashed a century off just 37 balls, showcasing some incredible power hitting and turning the tide of the match.
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Sohail Tanvir's 6 Wickets for 14 Runs (IPL 2008)
In another IPL first, Sohail Tanvir, playing for Rajasthan Royals, ripped through the Chennai Super Kings batting line-up in 2008, taking an incredible 6 wickets for just 14 runs.
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Anil Kumble's Spellbinding 5 Wickets for 5 Runs (IPL 2009)
The legendary Anil Kumble defied age with a magical bowling spell of 5 wickets for just 5 runs against Rajasthan Royals in 2009, playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
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Virat Kohli-AB de Villiers Record Partnership (IPL 2016)
Royal Challengers Bangalore batsmen Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers stitched together a record-breaking partnership of 215 runs against Gujarat Lions in 2016.
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Last-Over Dramas
The IPL is known for its nail-biting finishes, and many matches have been decided in the very last over. These close finishes with twists and turns keep fans on the edge of their seats and create unforgettable moments.
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Andre Russell's Brutal 48 Runs off 13 Balls (IPL 2019)
Andre Russell's power-hitting prowess was on full display in 2019 when he smashed a brutal 48 runs off just 13 balls for Kolkata Knight Riders against RCB.
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Pat Cummins' Joint-Fastest Fifty (IPL 2022)
In 2022, Pat Cummins, playing for Kolkata Knight Riders, took the bowling attack apart by scoring the joint-fastest fifty in IPL history (off just 14 balls) against Mumbai Indians.