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In a nail-biting final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, March 9, 2025, India defeated New Zealand by 4 wickets to claim the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title. A record-breaking 90 crore (900 million) fans tuned in to watch the electrifying clash, making it one of the most-watched cricket matches in history.
New Zealand’s Challenging Innings
New Zealand, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, posted a total of 251 runs for the loss of 7 wickets. India, tasked with chasing down 117 runs from 30 overs, had a challenging yet achievable target in front of them.
India’s Historic Win
With the odds stacked against them, India’s chase unfolded with tension and excitement. The team, despite a few hiccups, crossed the line in the final overs, securing a 4-wicket win and claiming the coveted ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The thrilling victory saw India successfully chase 156 runs in 34.1 overs.
Record-Breaking Digital Viewership
The match became a record-breaker in terms of viewership, drawing over 90 crore (900 million) viewers globally, as per Jio Hotstar’s live streaming statistics. This remarkable surge in viewership surpassed all previous records, including the ICC Champions Trophy 2017 final between India and Pakistan, which had drawn only 36.6 crore (366 million) viewers.
Throughout the 2025 tournament, the viewership numbers set new benchmarks, with notable matches like the India vs Pakistan game (60.2 crore viewers) and India’s semi-final clash against Australia (66 crore viewers).
Jio Hotstar’s Key Role in Record Viewership
The Jio Hotstar platform has been at the forefront of this digital engagement surge, with its diverse subscription plans driving millions of cricket fans to tune in. The platform’s ad-supported plans, priced at ₹149 for three months or ₹499 for a year, and premium ad-free subscriptions, have proven popular among fans seeking uninterrupted, high-quality viewing.
Subscription Plans Driving Engagement
Jio Hotstar’s subscription plans include:
- Ad-Supported Plans: ₹149 for three months, ₹499 for a year.
- Premium Ad-Free Plans: ₹299 per month, ₹499 for three months, ₹1,499 for a year.
The premium plans, offering uninterrupted viewing, have been especially favored by dedicated cricket enthusiasts.
Looking Ahead
With India lifting the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, fans are already looking forward to the next big cricket events. The digital streaming revolution, led by Jio Hotstar, is likely to continue transforming how fans experience cricket in the years to come.
