Record-Breaking Viewership for IND vs SA Women’s World Cup 2025 Final

India’s women’s cricket team made history by winning their first-ever ICC Women’s World Cup in 2025, and the celebrations stretched beyond the field. The final match shattered digital and television records, showing just how deeply fans are connecting with the women’s game.

JioHotstar recorded a massive 185 million viewers for the World Cup final, matching the Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 final and even surpassing the IPL’s daily reach. The tournament overall drew 446 million fans, setting a new benchmark for women’s cricket worldwide.

Peak viewership during the final touched 21 million, as India became the first Asian team to lift the ICC Women’s World Cup. The thrilling win not only united fans across the country but also marked a powerful moment for women’s sport in India.

What’s more, 92 million people tuned in through Connected TVs, putting the women’s final on par with recent men’s World Cup finals. The data highlights a growing trend — Indian fans now prefer watching big matches on larger screens and digital platforms.

Experts believe this signals a turning point in cricket viewership. The mix of high-quality matches, accessible streaming, and India’s dream run helped expand the audience, pulling in both seasoned followers and new fans.

Ishan Chatterjee, CEO – Sports, JioStar, said, “The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 has truly underlined the growing prominence of women’s cricket in India. The level of competition, coupled with Team India’s superb run, has led to record-breaking engagement and a wave of new fans. The success reflects a shared effort from the ICC and BCCI’s vision to the players’ performances, the fans’ passion, and the brands that continue to support the championed women’s cricket.”

This moment goes beyond numbers. It represents a cultural shift in women’s cricket in India has finally arrived in the mainstream, drawing the same energy, excitement, and pride that men’s cricket has long enjoyed.