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Record-Breaking 1.25 Million Fans Attend the World Cup, According to ICC Report

ByEditor

Nov 21, 2023

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has come to an end, with Australia emerging victorious for their sixth title. The tournament was held in India and took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The final match between India and Australia attracted a record 1.25 million fans, surpassing the previous mark of 1.016 million set at the 2015 edition in Australia and New Zealand. The tournament had already seen impressive attendance figures before the final match, with six games already attracting over one million spectators each.

Overall, the one-day international (ODI) tournament was a success, with ICC Head of Events Chris Tetley stating that it demonstrated the enduring appeal of cricket and excitement that the ODI format continues to offer. The tournament also broke multiple broadcast and digital viewership records, further highlighting its popularity worldwide.

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