IPL 2025 Sets Historic Viewership Records with JioStar's Innovative Broadcasts

The tournament's opening weekend amassed 49.56 billion minutes of watch time, driven by a surge in digital and television audiences.

The IPL 2025 opening weekend achieved 49.56 billion minutes of cumulative watch time across JioHotstar and Star Sports Network
Digital viewership on JioHotstar increased by 40% compared to last season, fueled by a 54% rise in connected TV consumption.
Television viewership reached 253 million viewers, with a 22% increase in watch time and a 39% rise in average TV ratings over the previous season.
JioStar introduced interactive features, including live chats, polls, virtual watch parties, and multilingual feeds, enhancing fan engagement.
New family-focused entertainment options, such as the 'Motu Patlu Presents Super Funday' feed, were launched to attract younger audiences.