Bangalore versus Kolkata, April 18.
The IPL finally arrived and burst onto the scene with a spectacular opening ceremony in Bangalore.
There was no bang for buck from the locals who went down like a limp balloon, 82 - 222, against a very strong and determined Kolkata team, but the crowd of over 40,000 did get to witness a brilliant world record score of 158 not out by Kiwi, Brendon McCullum - pounded off just 73 balls - an innings that blessed the IPL with a tremendous opening night.
You can see part of McCullum's exciting innings below.
see the Bangalore Royal Challengers, Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Dare Devils, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Molhai and Mumbai in action soon in the Indian Premier League...
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