The first-ever century in IPL history was scored by Brendon McCullum on April 18, 2008, in the very first match of the IPL.
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Team: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
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Opponent: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
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Score: 158* runs off 73 balls
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Fours: 10
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Sixes: 13
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Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
McCullum’s explosive knock helped KKR post a huge total of 222/3, and they won the match convincingly. His innings set the tone for the IPL’s entertainment factor and remains one of the most iconic performances in tournament history.