T20 World Cup 2026 hits 500mn viewers in India

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has achieved unprecedented viewership in India, surpassing 500 million, marking the highest audience for any T20 World Cup to date. ICC chairman Jay Shah announced this milestone, noting that the peak concurrent viewership on JioHotstar reached 60.5 million. As the tournament enters its knockout phase, Shah expressed optimism that the fervent support from Indian fans would continue to break records. The semifinals are set to showcase exciting matchups, with New Zealand facing South Africa at Eden Gardens and India taking on England at the Wankhede Stadium. South Africa, the only unbeaten team in the tournament, aims to maintain its winning streak, while New Zealand seeks to deliver a flawless performance. India comes off a strong victory against the West Indies, and England rides a wave of momentum with five consecutive wins. With the knockout stage underway, fans are eagerly anticipating thrilling cricket action and potential new records.