In the 2018 Indian Premier League (IPL), Brendon McCullum showcased some notable performances despite facing challenges throughout the season. Here are his top three stats from that year:
Highest Score: McCullum's standout innings came in the 4th match against Kolkata Knight Riders, where he scored 43 runs off 27 balls. This innings was characterized by an aggressive approach, hitting 6 sixes and 2 fours, which resulted in a strike rate of 159.25.
Overall Runs Scored: Over the course of the tournament, McCullum accumulated a total of 127 runs. While this placed him at a modest position of 46 in the overall run-scorer standings, it reflected his ability to contribute when given the chance.
Average Strike Rate: McCullum had a commendable strike rate of 144.32 across his innings in the 2018 season. This statistic highlighted his aggressive batting style, as he managed to hit 6 sixes and 16 fours across his 6 matches.
Overall, while McCullum faced ups and downs, his performances were pivotal in moments for his team, and his ability to strike quickly stood out during the tournament.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 43 | 27 | 6 | 2 | 159.25 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 38 | 28 | 4 | 2 | 135.71 |
| Mumbai Indians | 37 | 25 | 4 | 2 | 148.00 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.66 |
