CPL Surpasses 1 Billion Viewership Mark for the First Time
A Historic Milestone for the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League
For the first time in its history, the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has surpassed the billion-viewership mark, combining digital and broadcast platforms. The total audience for the 2024 tournament reached an astounding 1.13 billion, a remarkable 32% increase from 2023.
Record-Breaking Viewership Growth
This surge in viewership was fueled by growth across key markets such as India, the Caribbean, and the United States, as well as a significant uptick in CPL’s social media engagement. These numbers have solidified the CPL’s status as one of the most-watched cricket tournaments globally.
Global Reach
The CPL reached audiences worldwide through premier broadcast partnerships in regions including the Caribbean, India, the Middle East, the UK, the USA, Canada, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Additionally, the tournament was streamed live on CPL’s YouTube and Facebook channels, providing fans in all other territories with access.
2024 Edition Highlights
The 2024 edition featured 34 matches played across six host nations: Antigua, Barbados, Guyana, St. Kitts, Saint Lucia, and Trinidad. The Saint Lucia Kings triumphed in the final, clinching their first-ever CPL title at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence.
Pete Russell’s Statement
Pete Russell, CEO of CPL, expressed his excitement about the growth. “This milestone is a monumental achievement for the CPL. Crossing the one-billion-viewership mark has been a long-standing goal, and reaching 1.13 billion demonstrates the immense appeal of the league across the Caribbean and worldwide. We’re thrilled with this growth and are eager to build on this momentum for even greater success in 2025 and beyond.”
Conclusion
The CPL’s historic achievement is a testament to the league’s growing popularity and its ability to attract a global audience. With its commitment to delivering high-quality cricket and engaging content, the CPL is poised for continued success in the years to come.
FAQs
* What is the CPL?
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in the Caribbean.
* What is the CPL’s viewership milestone?
The CPL has surpassed the 1.13 billion viewership mark, a 32% increase from 2023.
* What are the key markets driving viewership growth?
India, the Caribbean, and the United States are key markets driving viewership growth.
* What is the CPL’s global reach?
The CPL is broadcast in regions including the Caribbean, India, the Middle East, the UK, the USA, Canada, New Zealand, and South Africa.