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Even as we publish this, we must mention here that we have not verified any data in this report. The process that was followed by the ratings agencies some years back was much quicker, and the delays have forced us from not publishing any ratings-related stories. However, we are modifying our own policy and will, at our discretion, publish some ratings-related stories going forward. Not all, but some. – Editor Team India created history at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup India 2025, lifting their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup trophy, on Sunday, November 2. JioHotstar reports “record-breaking viewership” on the day. The final match of the quadrennial showcase attracted a staggering 185 million users on JioHotstar, equalling the viewership of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final and exceeding the average daily reach of the Tata IPL. Overall, the tournament recorded a reach of 446 million, the highest ever for women’s cricket, greater than the combined total of the last three ICC Women’s World Cups, marking an extraordinary milestone in the evolution of women’s cricket viewership in India. The Women in Blue’s final act drew a peak concurrency of 21 million viewers as Harmanpreet Kaur’s team became the first Asian team to lift the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. In another record, 92 million tuned in to watch the historic clash on Connected TV (CTV), equalling the CTV viewership of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Final and the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Final. The surge reflects a significant shift in viewing habits and highlights the deepening adoption of digital, large-screen sports consumption across India. Said Ishan Chatterjee, CEO – Sports, JioStar: “The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup India 2025 has reaffirmed the growing stature of women’s cricket in India. The exceptional quality of cricket on display, especially the Indian team’s incredible performance, has driven record-breaking viewership and attracted a larger, more passionate fan base than ever before. This marks an important shift for women’s cricket, it is no longer just being watched; it is being celebrated by millions. It is inspiring a new generation of fans, athletes, and brands to stand behind the sport. This success is a collective achievement of ICC and BCCI for their vision, the players for their outstanding performances, the fans for their unwavering support and brands that have championed women’s cricket.”
