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McCullum brothers

Brendon was a far more successful cricketer than Nathan

Brendon McCullum

Whenever we hear of the IPL, the first image that comes to the minds of most people is that of Bazz smoking the RCB attack of 2008 to all parts of the Chinnaswamy Stadium. There could not have been a better start to a tournament looking to find it’s feet amongst fans and players alike.

In the last 10 years, much has changed. He has retired from international cricket and is just playing franchise cricket in different parts of the world now. After having played for KKR, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, CSK and GL, he has come a full circle as he will now turn up to represent RCB. What adds to the drama is the fact that his first match for RCB will be against KKR!

Matches: 103 Runs: 2753 Avg.: 28.09 SR: 131.22 50: 13 100: 2

Nathan McCullum

Unlike brother Brendon, off-spinner Nathan could not garner as much attention in the glitzy league. Pretty much a one-dimensional player, it would have always been difficult for someone like him to be a regular in the XI which can accomodate only 4 foreign players.

He did get his chance in 2011, but played just 2 matches for Pune Warriors India, bowling only 5 overs spread across the two games. Never again was he considered by any IPL team.

Matches: 2 Runs: 26 Avg.: 26 SR: 118.18 Wickets: 0 Avg.: - Eco: 6.8