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WTC Final 2023 breaks records, becomes most watched Test match ever

The recently concluded World Test Championship final 2023 has emerged as the most watched Test match ever. According to data from BARC India, the WTC Final 2023 was watched by 124 million viewers, 32% more than the previous record during the WTC Final 2021. The official broadcasters also recorded an unbelievable 14.4 billion minutes of watch time, breaking the previous records numbers achieved during the India-New Zealand match in the WTC final in 2021. “Surpassing the billion minutes garnered for the previous edition of ICC WTC Final and any other test match in history," a spokesperson for Star Sports said.

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

IND vs NZ, CT Final: Look At Their ICC Knockout Record

ABP News

The stage is set for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium. New Zealand's edge in ICC knockout matches India and New Zealand have clashed four times in ICC knockout matches, with the latter winning on three occasions: 2000 Champions Trophy Final – New Zealand defeated India to claim …

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Four times of New Zealand's population: India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy 2025 match breaks all viewership records

Hindustan Times

The India versus Pakistan fixture of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 proved to be one-sided as Rohit Sharma and co cruised home, courtesy of Virat Kohli's 51st ODI ton and 82nd international century overall. India defeated Pakistan in the ICC Men's Champions Trophy As per the official numbers released by the official broadcaster JioStar, the Group A match between …

1 month, 1 week ago

As India Smashes Pakistan, JioHotstar Viewership Appears To Have Broken All Previous Records By A Mile

ABP News

IND vs PAK: India delivered a commanding performance against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025, securing a six-wicket victory in Dubai. 60.2 Crore Live Viewers The much-anticipated clash between India and Pakistan witnessed record-breaking viewership on the JioHotstar platform. As per early figures, over 60.5 crore viewers tuned in to watch the action live, making it one of the most-streamed …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

2024 in review — From T20 glory to Test woes: India’s mixed year in cricket

The Hindu

The Indian men’s cricket team’s fortunes ebbed and flowed with the vagaries of different formats in 2024, as Rohit Sharma’s men oscillated between the delight of a T20 World Cup win in the Americas and a debilitating Test series defeat against New Zealand at home. Rohit’s men were handed a jolt in a defeat to England in spin-friendly conditions in …

WTC 2023-25 Final: Rabada says South Africa knows how to beat intense rival Australia

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

WTC 2023-25 Final: Rabada says South Africa knows how to beat intense rival Australia

The Hindu

Fiery South African pacer Kagiso Rabada, no stranger to beating Australia, believes the prospect of facing it in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s in June has already sparked anticipation and motivation in his side. “It’s actually quite some distance away, but a big occasion like the World Test Championship final gets you up for it,” Rabada said on …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

India's full schedule for World Test Championship 2025-27: 14 Tests against SENA, including chance to avenge Australia

Hindustan Times

Heading into the final few matches of the 2023-25 World Test Championship cycle, it seemed like almost a formality that India would confirm a spot at Lord’s for their third consecutive WTC final appearance. India's Jasprit Bumrah reacts with teammates during the trophy ceremony after the fifth cricket Test match between Australia and India at The SCG in Sydney on …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Australia shatter India's world record in ICC tournaments after confirming ticket for WTC 2025 final

India TV News

Australia have booked their place in the World Test Championship 2025 final after beating India in the Sydney Test by 6 wickets. Pat Cummins' men are into the final of the World Test Championship 2025 as they have set a date with South Africa for the showdown clash at Lord's from June 11 onwards. The WTC 2025 final is Australia's …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

IND vs AUS: 'Lots of issues to resolve,' Irfan, Manjrekar reflect as India fail to qualify for World Test Championship final

Firstpost

Experts and fans reacted to India’s ouster from the 2025 World Test Championship race following their six-wicket loss to Australia in Sydney. AP Team India’s hopes of making a third consecutive final of the World Test Championship ended on Sunday after a six-wicket loss to Australia in the fifth Test in Sydney. Here are a few more reactions from experts: …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

India knocked out of 2025 World Test Championship final race as Australia clinch Sydney Test

Firstpost

India have been knocked out of contention for the 2025 World Test Championship final following a six-wicket loss to Australia in the fifth Test in Sydney on Sunday. India were knocked out of contention for the 2025 World Test Championship final following a six-wicket defeat to Australia on Day three of the fifth Test in Sydney on Sunday. India, who …

2 months, 4 weeks ago

WTC Final 2023-25: Australia book South African date at Lord’s after 3-1 Border-Gavaskar Trophy win over India

Live Mint

Australia defeated India by six wickets in the fifth and final Test to regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after 10 years and cement their place in the World Test Championship 2023-25 final to be played against South Africa at Lord's later this year. With this win, Australia secured their second straight WTC final qualification while India got eliminated. With South Africa …

3 months ago

WTC 2023-25 Updated Points Table: A Look At India's 2025 Final Chances After Horrific 'Boxing Day' Defeat

ABP News

India's horrific campaign in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 hit yet another low as Australia delivered a resounding defeat at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Recap all the #AUSvIND action: https://t.co/LSqCHmFFaf pic.twitter.com/Zc5sgUnUpH — cricket.com.au December 30, 2024 Here's a look at the winning moment: With the 184-run defeat, India have lost their streak of consecutive BGT series wins, which now ends at …

3 months ago

WTC points table: India can still qualify for WTC final 2025 despite MCG loss

Live Mint

India suffered a huge setback after they lost to Australia in the fourth Test by 184 runs in the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday. India's WTC final qualification scenarios With just one Test match left in the cycle for India, Rohit Sharma's men need to win the final game in Sydney, starting on January 3. In that case, India will …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

WTC Test rankings: Where do India stand in WTC points table after 3rd Test draw vs Australia? How Can IND qualify?

Live Mint

WTC Test Rankings: The Indian cricket team have kept their chances alive in the race for place in World Test Championship final after settling for a draw in the rain-hit third Test against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. While India have two more Tests left in this cycle, South Africa will play two Tests against Pakistan while Australia will …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table Updated after AUS vs IND 3rd Test: India remains third after draw; Australia second behind South Africa

The Hindu

India held Australia to a draw in the rain-marred third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Brisbane to keep the series level at 1-1 heading into the final two Tests. With the stalemate, India remains in third place in the World Test Championship table although its PCT dropped to 55.88. Similarly, Australia’s PCT dropped to 58.89 and the Pat Cummins-led side remains …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table After NZ vs ENG 3rd Test: Updated World Test Championship Standings

ABP News

WTC Points Table: New Zealand thrashed England by 423 runs on Day 4 of the third NZ vs ENG Test in Hamilton on December 17, securing a consolation win and giving Tim Southee a victorious farewell in his final match. The victory also brought changes to the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 points table, with New Zealand rising to fourth …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: A look at state of play following India's Adelaide loss

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, : Australia topped the ICC World Test Championship standings while India slipped to number three after the visitors succumbed to a 10-wicket loss to Aussies during the second Test at Adelaide Oval. South Africa - 59.26 per cent of possible pointsRemaining matches: Sri Lanka, Pakistan Best Possible Finish: 69.44 per cent Carrying on the form from their impressive …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

England script World Test Championship history, leave India behind after 2-0 lead against New Zealand

India TV News

England script World Test Championship history, leave India behind after 2-0 lead against New Zealand England took a 2-0 unassailable lead against New Zealand with a massive 323-run win in the second Test in Wellington and scripted history in the World Test Championship. England scripted World Test Championship history after registering the most number of wins in the last five …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

WTC points table 2024 updated: India’s path to WTC Final 2025 explained after loss in IND vs AUS 2nd Test in Adelaide

Live Mint

WTC Points Table 2024 : India's chances to qualify for the World Test Championship final 2025, suffered a massive blow after Rohit Sharma's men suffered a 10-wicket loss at the hands of Australia in the day-night second Test in the ongoing Border Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. With this loss, India dropped to third in the updated WTC points table with …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

WTC final qualification scenarios of all teams after India's loss to Australia in Adelaide Test

India TV News

India's chances for qualifying in the World Test Championship final took a hit after Rohit Sharma's men suffered a humiliating loss to Australia in the second Test match in Adelaide. India's WTC final chances Matches remaining: 3 Current PCT: 57.29 India can still qualify for the WTC final despite their loss to Australia. Australia's WTC chances Matches remaining: 5 Current …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

India TV Sports Wrap on December 7: Today's top 10 trending news stories

India TV News

Australia took a slight lead against India in the second Test in Adelaide after the visitors were bowled out for 180 in the first innings while England pacer Gus Atkinson became the first bowler in Test history to take a hat-trick at Basin Reserve in Wellington after he helped the visitors clean up New Zealand for just 125 in the …

3 months, 4 weeks ago

World Test Championship: How points deduction has affected New Zealand's chances of making final

Firstpost

New Zealand were deducted three World Test Championship points for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first Test against England in Christchurch. In what comes as a significant blow to their 2025 World Test Championship final hopes, New Zealand were on Tuesday docked three points for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first Test against England. World Test Championship 2023-25 …

4 months ago

WTC 2023-25: How SA, SL and NZ could derail IND and AUS' hopes of featuring in final at Lord's

Firstpost

WTC 2023-25 final qualification scenarios: India regained the top spot on the points table after their thumping 295-run victory over Australia in Perth, but cannot afford to let their guard down with the Pat Cummins-led hosts and other teams such as South Africa in close pursuit. Following India’s thumping 295-run victory over Australia in the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar …

4 months ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table: Updated World Test Championship Standings After WI vs BAN 1st Test

ABP News

Updated WTC 2023-2025 Points Table: West Indies defeated Bangladesh by 201 runs in the first WI vs BAN Test match of the two-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua on November 26. With the win, West Indies climbed from ninth to eighth position in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle points table. Starting with a …

4 months, 1 week ago

World Test Championship: India reclaims top spot in points table after trouncing Australia in Perth

The Hindu

India reclaimed the top spot in the World Test Championship points table following their 295-run hammering of the hosts Australia in the opening Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth on Monday. India were leading the WTC standings by a significant margin but a 0-3 loss to New Zealand on their home soil led to the world No 2 Test …

4 months, 1 week ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table After IND vs AUS 1st Test: India Reclaim Top Spot After Historic Perth Win

ABP News

Updated WTC 2023-2025 Points Table: India registered a historic 295-run victory in the first IND vs AUS Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at Perth. With the win, India also reclaimed the top spot on the World Test Championship 2023-25 points table, displacing Australia. ALSO ON ABP Live | IND vs AUS 1st Test: India Crush Australia By 295 Runs …

4 months, 1 week ago

World Test Championship 2024-25, Qualification Scenarios: How can India qualify for WTC final after win vs Australia in 1st Test?

The Hindu

India beat Australia by 295 runs in the first Border-Gavaskar Test at the Optus Stadium in Perth to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. After the victory against Australia, India jumped to the top spot in the World Test Championship standings with 61.11 percentage of points won, while Australia dropped to the second position, with 57.69 percentage of …

4 months, 1 week ago

How can India qualify for WTC Final after 295-run victory against Australia? Check full scenarios

Live Mint

Jasprit Bumrah-led Team India were at their best in the 1st Test match against Australia in Perth as they defeated the Kangaroos by 295 runs on their home ground. Heroics from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Virat Kohli in the 2nd innings ensured that India posted a total of 487 runs and ensured that the match could only go one way. India's …

4 months, 1 week ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table Updated after AUS vs IND 1st Test: India jumps to top spot, Australia second after Perth BGT Test

The Hindu

4 months, 1 week ago

AUS vs IND: India reclaim top spot in WTC 2023-25 points table after Perth Test win

India Today

India reclaimed their top spot in the points table for the World Test Championship 2023-25 after beating Australia by 295 runs in the opening Test at the Perth Stadium. India had lost the top spot after losing the Mumbai Test against Tom Latham’s New Zealand, but they managed to go back atop with a dominating performance at the Optus Stadium. …

4 months, 1 week ago

WTC points table: India aim to regain top spot with a win in Perth Test against Australia

India TV News

After a fortnight's break, the race for the World Test Championship final resumes as the five-match series between India and Australia is set to commence on November 22. These two teams are on top of the WTC points table but aren't certain of making it to the final as of now thanks to New Zealand. Apart from India and Australia, …

5 months ago

India's Historic Defeat to New Zealand in WTC 2023-25: A Turning Point for the Team

ABP News

New Zealand secures 3-0 clean sweep over India, dropping India to the second position in the WTC standings. India's PCT drops to 58.33 after the defeat, while New Zealand's PCT rises to 54.550. India's hopes of reaching the WTC final in 2025 are now significantly impacted, while New Zealand's chances of competing in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 final …

5 months ago

WTC Points at Stake as India Look to Avoid Whitewash Against New Zealand

India Today

India faces an unprecedented home challenge in the must-win third Test against New Zealand-a battle for pride and a chance to dispel doubts about their ability to counter top-tier spin. With a series whitewash looming, India's batsmen and bowlers alike are under pressure to adapt and deliver, aiming to prove their resilience on a spin-friendly Wankhede pitch that could decide …

New Zealand's Fight for Second WTC Final Hinges on Adaptability to Mumbai Pitch

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5 months ago

New Zealand's Fight for Second WTC Final Hinges on Adaptability to Mumbai Pitch

The Hindu

New Zealand coach Gary Stead believes that their recent series win in India will be difficult to replicate due to the contrasting playing conditions. Despite their impressive victories in the first two matches, the red clay pitch in Mumbai will pose a significant challenge for the Black Caps. However, they remain optimistic about their chances of securing a late charge …

5 months, 1 week ago

India's Shining Performance Denies New Zealand the WTC Throne

Deccan Chronicle

India's hopes of retaining the World Test Championship (WTC) final spot suffered a major blow after they suffered a historic test series defeat against New Zealand. Despite losing the series 113 runs, India fought bravely and put up a fight before succumbing to the hosts' batting prowess. New Zealand's win dented India's chances of reaching the WTC final, which will …

5 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan Dominates England in Thrilling Test Series, Climbs to 7th Position in WTC Points Table

India TV News

Pakistan secures a historic Test series win over England, maintaining their position in the World Test Championship 2023-25 points table. Despite a challenging second innings collapse, England remain sixth with a 40.79 points win percentage. Pakistan climbs to the 7th position, overtaking Bangladesh in the process.

5 months, 1 week ago

India's Struggles Continue as They Fall to New Zealand in WTC Opener

Deccan Chronicle

India's hopes of retaining the World Test Championship (WTC) title suffered a major setback as they suffered an eight-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the first Test match in Dubai. Despite the defeat, India remained atop the WTC standings, with a percentage of 68.06 percent. New Zealand's victory propelled them to fourth place on the standings with a win-loss percentage …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

India Remains on Top Despite Loss to New Zealand in First Test

The Hindu

India maintains its top spot on the WTC points table despite losing the first Test against New Zealand. New Zealand secures its first Test win in India in 36 years, moving up to fourth from sixth in the standings. Pakistan and England secure wins in the second and third Tests, respectively, leveling the three-match series. West Indies remains undefeated in …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

India eyeing 92-year first in 1st Test vs Bangladesh

Hindustan Times

India are looking to start their final tilt at sealing qualification to the World Test Championship Final on a high as they face Bangladesh in a two-match Test series at home. The Rohit Sharma-led side would be looking to be especially dominant in the home Test matches, as they have been for well over a decade. India have always been …

7 months ago

Lord's to Host WTC Final from June 11-15, 2025: ICC

New Indian Express

DUBAI: The third World Test Championship final will be played at the iconic Lord's from June 11 to 15 next year, the International Cricket Council announced on Tuesday. "The ICC World Test Championship Final has quickly become one of the most anticipated events in the cricketing calendar, and we are pleased to announce the dates for the 2025 edition," said …

7 months, 1 week ago

World Test Championship 2023-25 Updated Points Table After Pakistan Vs Bangladesh 1st Test

ABP News

WTC 2023-25: The race for World Test Championship 2025 Final is heating up as England and Bangladesh have made a huge stride towards their dreams of reaching the elusive event. England defeated Sri Lanka by 5 wickets yesterday, which was followed by Bangladesh's historical win against Pakistan today, and with that, Pakistan's ambitions of making into the World Test Championship …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

WTC 2023-25: Updated ICC World Test Championship Standings After WI vs SA 1st Test

ABP News

The West Indies vs South Africa 1st Test ended in a draw at the Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad in a rain-affected game. Notably, The draw helps both South Africa and West Indies enhance their points percentage in the World Test Championship 2023-25 rankings, but their rankings stay the same. Day four saw only two hours of play, …

1 year ago

World Test Championship: What India and other teams need to reach WTC Final 2023-25

Firstpost

India are currently sitting at the top of WTC Points Table for 2023-25 cycle but all teams are still alive in the race for the final. Bangladesh PCT: 50 Remaining matches: Two home Tests vs Sri Lanka, two home Test vs South Africa, two away Test vs India, two away Test vs Pakistan and two away Tests vs West Indies …

1 year ago

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: Updated Standings After India's Enormous Series Victory Over England

ABP News

ICC World Test Championship 2023-25: India have asserted their authority and dominance over the ongoing International Cricket Council's World Test Championship 2023-25, as the Rohit Sharma-led side are on top of the table and have solidified their position with a thumping series win over England. The Indian side won the series 4-1 and have now accumulated 74 points, and with …

1 year, 1 month ago

WTC 2023-25 Points Table: India jump three places after thrashing England in Vizag Test

India TV News

India recorded a dominant 106-run win against England in the second Test match on Monday, February 5. A win gave India 12 points as they moved up three places in the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 standings. India are now placed second in the WTC 2023-25 points table with 38 points from six matches with a winning percentage of 52.77. …

1 year, 1 month ago

World Test Championship Standings Update India Reclaim Second Spot After Beating England India vs England 2nd Test Visakhapatnam

ABP News

India registered a resounding victory over England by 106 runs in the second India vs England Test match in Visakhapatnam on February 5, and consequently have climbed to the second position in the World Test Championship 2023-25 points table. India, initially positioned fifth after their loss to England in the first IND vs ENG Test in Hyderabad, were helped by …

1 year, 2 months ago

Updated World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 Points Table After India vs England 1st Test

ABP News

In a remarkable turn of events, England staged a stunning comeback to win the first India vs England Test at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad on January 28 by 28 runs, marking a significant triumph under captain Ben Stokes. Tom Hartley emerged as the star of England's bowling in the second innings, securing a seven-wicket haul to dismiss …

1 year, 4 months ago

India-Aus World Cup Final match creates record peak viewership of 5.9 crore on Disney+Hotstar

The Hindu

The India-Australia cricket World Cup Final match on Sunday created a record peak viewership of nearly 5.9 crore, according to Disney+Hotstar, despite the host nation ending on the losing side. Peak concurrency, which is the highest number of viewers during a live stream, for the final match on Disney+Hotstar was nearly 5.9 crore, according to a statement from the the …

1 year, 4 months ago

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

India Today

The ongoing cricket World Cup has drawn a staggering attendance of over a million fans, making it a strong contender to become one of the most-watched ICC events in history. ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023: Full Coverage The landmark was reached during the match between Afghanistan and South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with six games …

1 year, 5 months ago

Viewership records: The incredible pull of Indian cricket

Hindustan Times

As India homed in towards a well-earned victory against New Zealand for their fifth successive World Cup win on Sunday, Virat Kohli flat batted Trent Boult for a six over deep mid-wicket. As the legend goes, the boy on the street would tell his folks ‘Mahi maar raha hai’ about the free-spirited MS Dhoni and people would gather to watch; …

1 year, 5 months ago

Cricket World Cup 2023 LIVE: India v Australia score and latest updates today

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