The 2025 FIFA Women’s World Cup has seen several viewership records broken (Images via AP, Getty) India’s triumph at the 2025 FIFA Women’s World Cup not only ended a long wait for global glory but also rewrote digital viewing history. Streamed on JioHotstar, the final attracted a record 185 million viewers, matching the viewership of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 final in the process.According to official figures, the tournament, which began on September 30, reached a total of 446 million viewers, surpassing the combined digital viewership of the previous three ICC Women’s World Cups.
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While India’s first-ever World Cup victory created history in itself, these numbers also marked a defining moment in women’s cricket, highlighting the growing popularity of the sport and the growing strength of its fan base in India.The title fight, which was played on Sunday, saw a peak of 21 crores as Harmanpreet Kaur and Co. became the first Asian side to lift the ICC Women’s World Cup trophy. India’s win over Australia sparked nationwide celebrations and capped off a campaign that had its fair share of ups and downs. From three consecutive losses in the league stage to a historic semi-final win and a sensational final, India’s campaign has been nothing short of spectacular. In another milestone, 92 million viewers watched the final on Connected TV (CTV). This number equaled CTV’s viewership for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and the 2023 Men’s Cricket World Cup Final. The data shows how digital and large-screen streaming has become central to watching sports in India.
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With India crowned world champions, the focus now shifts to the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL) in early 2026 as women’s cricket continues to grow and reach new heights.The players recently met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday and were welcomed back home with packed crowds and grand ceremonies. If the World Cup is to be seen as a precedent for what’s to come in women’s sport, it’s safe to say it’s just getting started.
