In a thrilling encounter at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium, the India vs England T20 World Cup semifinal has etched its name in history books by becoming the most streamed match ever. Garnering a staggering 619 million views, it surpassed the previous record set by the India-South Africa final, which had 533 million views.
Team India set the tone by posting a mammoth 253 for 7 in their 20 overs after electing to bat first. England fought valiantly but fell short at 246 for 7, handing India a hard-fought victory and a spot in the final.
JioHotstar, India’s leading streaming platform, peaked at 65.2 million concurrent viewers during the high-octane clash, smashing the global record for live events on any digital platform. This figure eclipsed the prior benchmark of 65 million set in November 2024 by an international streamer, and notably, it was achieved solely from one market – India.
The semifinal’s total reach across TV and digital platforms exceeded 320 million viewers, with screen watch time soaring past 23 billion minutes. This marks it as the most-watched T20 match in history.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the numbers as a testament to cricket’s massive fanbase in India. ‘These outstanding figures not only reflect the passion of cricket fans but also highlight the progress in making the sport more accessible and engaging worldwide,’ he said.
JioStar Vice Chairman Uday Shankar emphasized the technological prowess behind the seamless broadcast. ‘With every third Indian tuning in, delivering to hundreds of millions required cutting-edge tech. This is the future of entertainment,’ he added.
The record-breaking viewership underscores cricket’s unparalleled pull in India, blending on-field drama with digital innovation to create an unforgettable spectacle.