The recently concluded Cricket World Cup has set a new tournament record, drawing an impressive 1.25 million spectators throughout the six-and-a-half-week event. The final showdown, where Australia clinched its sixth title by defeating India by six wickets, marked the culmination of a thrilling tournament that captured the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) revealed on Tuesday that the total spectator count for the tournament surpassed the one million mark even before the conclusion of the last six matches. This remarkable turnout exceeded previous records set during the 2015 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, which attracted 1,016,420 spectators, as well as the 2019 edition in England and Wales, boasting 752,000 fans in attendance.
The 10-team tournament held in India featured a round-robin format where each team played against the others to secure a spot in the semi-finals. With 48 matches in total, the average attendance per match was approximately 26,000. The success of the event not only showcased the enduring appeal of the Cricket World Cup but also solidified its status as a premier sporting spectacle.
The 13th edition of the World Cup, which originated in 1975, has once again proven its ability to captivate audiences globally, with record-breaking attendance figures highlighting the enduring popularity and significance of the tournament in the cricketing world.
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