ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Shatters Digital Viewership Record The second semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 between India and England has set a new world record for digital viewership, surpassing the previous benchmark set by the 2024 final. The match, streamed on platforms like JioHotstar and Star Sports India, attracted a peak of 65.2 million concurrent viewers, marking the highest-ever digital viewership for a live event globally. This surpassed the 2024 final’s record of 533 million views, making it the most-watched T20I match in history. The match also recorded 619 million total views, cementing its place as the highest-streamed T20I game ever. ICC President Jay Shah highlighted the achievement on his social media, calling it a milestone for cricket. The record underscores the global appeal of the T20 format and the growing reach of digital platforms in sports broadcasting. Key Highlights: 65.2 million peak viewers (world record). 619 million total views (highest for a T20I match). Surpasses 2024 final’s 533 million view count. Streamed on JioHotstar and Star Sports India. This milestone reflects the rising popularity of T20 cricket and the transformative role of digital streaming in connecting fans worldwide.#india #england #icc_t20_world_cup_2026 #jiohotstar #star_sports_india
