IPL 2025 sets a new record for opening weekend viewership.

The 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) has shattered viewership records during its opening weekend.

The first three matches, including Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings vs. Mumbai Indians, drew massive attention.

JioHotstar, the official live streaming partner, recorded 137 crore views. Television viewership surged by 39% in average TVR YoY, attracting 25.3 crore viewers, marking the biggest opening in IPL history.

A total of 4956 crore minutes were watched across TV and digital platforms.

Executives from JioStar and Future Sports highlighted the innovative and immersive experiences contributing to the record-breaking numbers and expressed their commitment to further expanding IPL's reach and enhancing fan engagement throughout the season.