World Cup 2019: More than 8 million tune in to see England win
5 years, 5 months ago

World Cup 2019: More than 8 million tune in to see England win

The Hindu  

More than eight million people in Britain tuned in to watch England win the Cricket World Cup on Sunday following the decision by Sky to allow the final to be shown on a free-to-air channel. READ: England wins maiden World Cup after Super Over thriller However, despite being available to more people, the cricket failed to top numbers who watched the BBC' s coverage of the thrilling Wimbledon tennis Men' Singles Final between Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer, which took place at the same time and peaked at 9.6 million viewers. More than 11 million viewers in Britain tuned watched the England women's soccer team in the semi-final of the World Cup in France for free on the BBC, making it the country's most widely viewed broadcast of 2019. Prime Minister Theresa May's spokesman said the World Cup victory would live forever in British sporting history and cricket chiefs are hopeful the game will inspire more young people to play the game.

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World Cup 2023 hits 1 million fans milestone, on track to become one of the most attended ICC events
1 year, 2 months ago

World Cup 2023 hits 1 million fans milestone, on track to become one of the most attended ICC events

India Today  

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'New Record For ICC Cricket World Cup': Jay Shah Reveals 43% Growth In Viewership
1 year, 2 months ago

'New Record For ICC Cricket World Cup': Jay Shah Reveals 43% Growth In Viewership

ABP News  

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Millions tune in on working day to watch England advance to first World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Millions tune in on working day to watch England advance to first World Cup final

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An average of 4.6 million people tuned in on a …

More than 17 MILLION fans tuned in to watch England v Wales
2 years, 1 month ago

More than 17 MILLION fans tuned in to watch England v Wales

Daily Mail  

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Euro 2020: BBC reveal 20 MILLION watched England's Euro 2020 last-16 win against Germany
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: BBC reveal 20 MILLION watched England's Euro 2020 last-16 win against Germany

Daily Mail  

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T20 WC most watched event in women’s cricket history: ICC
4 years, 6 months ago

T20 WC most watched event in women’s cricket history: ICC

The Hindu  

The International Cricket Council on Monday claimed record viewership of the 2020 Women’s T20 World Cup in Australia with the event clocking 1.1 billion video views through the governing body’s digital channels. “These figures World Cup make it the second most successful ICC event ever after the World Cup 2019 and that trend continued via broadcast with the final achieving …

ICC keen to promote women's game further after success of T20 World Cup
4 years, 6 months ago

ICC keen to promote women's game further after success of T20 World Cup

India TV News  

The International Cricket Council on Monday revealed record viewing figures for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2020, which has become one of the most-watched women's sporting events in history as the sport continues to set new benchmarks on and off the field. The ICC release said that the event had already clocked up 1.1 billion video views via ICC …

ICC may have separate broadcast rights for women’s cricket
4 years, 9 months ago

ICC may have separate broadcast rights for women’s cricket

The Hindu  

The stupendous success of the Women’s T20 World Cup in Australia has forced the International Cricket Council to explore options of separately inviting bidders for broadcast rights of women’s cricket, for the 2023-31 cycle. With 1.1 billion video views, the World Cup in Australia was the most watched tournament in the history of women’s cricket. The figure was more than …

ICC Women's T20 World Cup ranks top in fan engagement
4 years, 9 months ago

ICC Women's T20 World Cup ranks top in fan engagement

The Hindu  

The Women’s T20 World Cup 2020 recorded 1.1 billion video views — 5.4 billion viewing minutes in India alone — across International Cricket Council digital channels. The figure was 20 times more than the previous edition played in the West Indies two years ago, and 10 times more than the 50-over World Cup that happened in England in 2017. READ| …

Women's T20 World Cup delivers record-breaking fan engagement numbers
4 years, 9 months ago

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India TV News  

The International Cricket Council on Thursday revealed record digital and broadcast viewing figures for the Women's T20 World Cup 2020, which has become one of the most-watched women's sporting events in history. ICC's digital channels were in overdrive during the February 21 to March 8 event in Australia, with an astonishing 1.1 billion total video views, making it the most-watched …

ICC World Cup 2019 was the most watched ICC tournament ever
5 years, 3 months ago

ICC World Cup 2019 was the most watched ICC tournament ever

The Hindu  

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England, NZ PMs praise teams’ World Cup performances
5 years, 5 months ago

England, NZ PMs praise teams’ World Cup performances

The Hindu  

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Joe Root says England's triumph in showpiece tournament will be a confidence-booster for players ahead of Ashes
5 years, 5 months ago

ICC Cricket World Cup 2019: Joe Root says England's triumph in showpiece tournament will be a confidence-booster for players ahead of Ashes

Firstpost  

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World Cup 2019: Prime Minister Theresa May hosts victorious England team at 10 Downing Street
5 years, 5 months ago

World Cup 2019: Prime Minister Theresa May hosts victorious England team at 10 Downing Street

India Today  

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England vs New Zealand World Cup 2019 Final: Great show by both teams, says Virat Kohli
5 years, 5 months ago

England vs New Zealand World Cup 2019 Final: Great show by both teams, says Virat Kohli

India Today  

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World Cup 2019 Final: England's batting might up against New Zealand's fearsome bowling as history beckons
5 years, 5 months ago

World Cup 2019 Final: England's batting might up against New Zealand's fearsome bowling as history beckons

India Today  

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World Cup 2019: Former England cricketers wish the team luck for final
5 years, 5 months ago

World Cup 2019: Former England cricketers wish the team luck for final

The Hindu  

As England and New Zealand get ready to lock horns in the final of the World Cup 2019, England Cricket posted a video on Twitter in which many former players can be seen rooting for the team. “This will get you going, 101 players have gone before our current World Cup squad, They have all sent in their messages for …

World Cup 2019: India-New Zealand semifinal sets digital viewership record
5 years, 5 months ago

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The Hindu  

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The Final Word, World Cup 2019 Podcast: Listen to Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins as they talk about England's comprehensive win over New Zealand
5 years, 6 months ago

The Final Word, World Cup 2019 Podcast: Listen to Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins as they talk about England's comprehensive win over New Zealand

Firstpost  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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Firstpost  

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ICC World Cup 2019: Set for thrills, spills and heartbreak
5 years, 7 months ago

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Hindustan Times  

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