Mumbai: When Team India lifted the trophy in Twenty20 World Cup 2024, the streaming platform Disney+Hotstar. The India-South Africa final in Barbados had an estimated 5.3 crore concurrent viewers. These are the highest numbers in this World Cup. Sajith Sivanandan, Head, Disney+Hotstar India, said, “Team India has brought pride and joy to millions with their dedication and incredible talent. Fans flocked to Hotstar to watch Team India lift the Twenty20 World Cup after a gap of 17 years.
Disney+Hotstar took to social media to share the joy of the T20 World Cup final with a record viewership. The defeat on November 19, 2023 broke the hearts of lakhs of Indian fans. But on June 29, 2024, Team India remained undefeated till the end. It was not just about winning the cup, it was winning the hearts of billions of cricket fans with an all-time strength. Time will heal every broken heart. Team India's victory is ours and we will celebrate it," Hotstar added in the message.