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RCB’s Historic IPL 2025 Final Victory Breaks All Viewership Records in India
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Finally Lift Their Maiden IPL Trophy
The IPL 2025 final will forever be etched in the history of Indian cricket as the night Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended their 18-year title drought. Facing off against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at a jam-packed stadium, RCB clinched their first-ever Indian Premier League title with a narrow 6-run win, sending millions of fans into celebration mode.
The thrilling contest was more than just a cricket match — it became a record-shattering television event. According to the latest data released by the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC), the IPL 2025 final witnessed an unprecedented 169 million viewers, making it the most-watched cricket broadcast in Indian history.
IPL Final Viewership Sets a New National Benchmark
Record-Breaking Audience Numbers Surpass India vs Pakistan 2021 Clash
The RCB vs PBKS final surpassed the previous Indian viewership record of 166 million, which was set during the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2021 encounter. This makes the IPL 2025 finale the most-watched single cricket match ever in the country.
Even though the final was scheduled on a weekday (Tuesday, June 3) — usually a less favorable slot for prime viewership — it achieved a television rating of 11, placing it as the third-highest-rated IPL match of all time.
The total watch time during the final reached a staggering 15 billion minutes, underlining the massive emotional investment fans had in the match.
🔗 Also Read: RCB’s Road to IPL 2025 Glory – Full Match Recaps
Why the IPL 2025 Final Captured Hearts Across the Nation
RCB’s Emotional Journey and Kohli’s Loyalty Created Buzz
The popularity of RCB has never been in doubt. Backed by a loyal fan base and powered by iconic players like Virat Kohli, the team has consistently drawn large crowds both on-ground and online. But despite their popularity, RCB had never won an IPL title — until now.
Their last appearance in a final came back in 2016, ending in heartbreak. Since then, each season has seen the Red Army’s fan base hoping for redemption. The 2025 season turned out to be their fairytale, culminating in a historic triumph that made headlines worldwide.
The emotional pull of Virat Kohli, who has stayed loyal to the franchise since its inception, added to the anticipation. Fans from around the world tuned in, hoping to witness Kohli lift his first IPL trophy, and they were not disappointed.
CSK vs MI – The Second Most-Watched IPL 2025 Match
While RCB’s final broke all records, the Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians encounter during the league stage wasn’t far behind. Generating a massive 163 million viewership, the game between two of IPL’s most successful franchises proved to be the second-most-watched match of the season.
The fierce rivalry between CSK and MI, both five-time champions, continues to be one of IPL’s most bankable matchups. Their face-off always draws huge attention, and IPL 2025 was no different.
IPL 2025 Viewership Figures Reflect Cricket’s Dominance in India
With over 169 million viewers watching the final, IPL 2025 has proved that the league remains a cricketing juggernaut and a broadcast powerhouse. Despite the growing competition from other sports and digital platforms, IPL continues to dominate Indian screens, reinforcing its stature in the global cricketing ecosystem.
📎 Read More: BARC Official Website – Weekly Viewership Reports
