In a historic moment for cricket and digital entertainment, the IPL 2025 Final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) has officially become the most-watched T20 match of all time. Broadcast and streaming giant JioStar confirmed that the grand finale attracted over 1 billion viewers across TV and digital platforms — an unprecedented milestone in cricket history.
The title clash, which saw RCB lift their first-ever IPL trophy, gripped fans across the globe. According to JioStar, the final generated a staggering 31.7 billion minutes of viewing time, breaking all previous IPL and T20 records.
On the digital front, JioHotstar (the merged entity of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar) witnessed 892 million video views, with a record-breaking peak concurrency of 55 million simultaneous viewers — setting a new global benchmark for live sports streaming.
The IPL’s popularity has steadily climbed over the years, but this season marked a significant leap in reach and engagement. The RCB vs PBKS final wasn’t just a battle for the trophy — it was a cultural moment, drawing in viewers not only from India but from across cricket-loving nations.
Industry experts attribute the record numbers to multiple factors: RCB’s massive fan base, the thrilling knockout run, and expansive digital access provided by JioStar’s platforms.
“This season has redefined what’s possible in cricket broadcasting,” said a JioStar spokesperson. “We’re proud to have delivered an experience watched by over a billion fans — live, together.”
With digital viewership continuing to outpace traditional formats, IPL 2025 has set a new gold standard for global sporting events. As for RCB fans — the long wait finally ended, and over a billion people were there to witness it.
