OldWarHorse
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Cmon now, dont be shy, dont stop now. Ask the full question again for me to refuse to answer itcmon sanghi, try - if you cant name me a single player, that means this yr is poor
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Cmon now, dont be shy, dont stop now. Ask the full question again for me to refuse to answer itcmon sanghi, try - if you cant name me a single player, that means this yr is poor
no, as you all butted into my decussion, and yet none of you can answer my 2 questions, embarrasingIf someone repeats the cuts and paste same post twice that is a warning sign you have to ignore him.
answer my 2 questions - you decided to butt in and then not answer and now trying to run away, 2 questions :
1) show me a source from a regulator which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the excititng parts of this yr IPL?
man is running scared of these 2 easy questions;Cmon now, dont be shy, dont stop now. Ask the full question again for me to refuse to answer it
Now thats more like it, dont be slacking.man is running scared of these 2 easy questions;
1) show me a source from a regulator which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
your as BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORING as the IPL
right here for you:Now thats more like it, dont be slacking.
Im not going anywhere, can you just ask me once again though.. not been asked enough times I feel
Hahaha brutal replyYou have nearly 40k posts on a Pak forum. I wish your own country gave you an ear, could have possibly replaced Modi for the gibberish you can spew.
Yeah but you're still desperate for my opinion.right here for you:
1) show me a source from a regulator which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
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OOOOOOOOOOOOOORING as the IPL
Here we, if you cant read english, ill translate into Hindenglish for you:Yeah but you're still desperate for my opinion.
Go for it. Again.
Whats this bolded bit??LMAOHere we, if you cant read english, ill translate into Hindenglish for you:
1) show me a source from a regulator which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
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OOOOOOOOOOOOOORING as the IPL
one more time and i'll speak hindenglish for you :Whats this bolded bit??LMAO
How can anyone take you seriously if you keep fumbling such a simple copy paste job??
Im not even expecting a lot (never did in the first place tbh). Cmon do better.
Why? Why not more..who's stopping you? Make 10 more posts all together, its just copy paste at the end of the day. We're fixing your writing anyway as you get more practiceone more time and i'll speak hindenglish for you :
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
its up to me how many questions i want to ask, and ive asked 2, like i said - i never asked you, you like a sanghi for some reason (which you should know) why you butted into my debate with @jnaveen1980 @nish_mate - so ask yourself why did you butted into our debate,Why? Why not more..who's stopping you? Make 10 more posts all together, its just copy paste at the end of the day. We're fixing your writing anyway as you get more practice
@Mesozoic is one of my favorites as he always keeps running after getting owned. When we beat India U19 in the final he didnt show up for weeks.
cmon baby just answer my 2 questions, i'll them them below yet again:
1) show me a source from a regulator which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the excititng parts of this yr IPL?
its up to me how many questions i want to ask, and ive asked 2, like i said - i never asked you, you like a sanghi for some reason (which you should know) why you butted into my debate with @jnaveen1980 @nish_mate - so ask yourself why did you butted into our debate,
but as you did, answer my 2 questions:
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?

why are you still running away from 2 simple, easy questionsNot even interested in quoting you and owning you anymore but can't stop laughing at "I'll them them".
Confirms my suspicions that you're typing this all out with shivering hands and teary eyes.
sorry i dont understand hindenglish, here are the 2 questions again:
It was not the number of questions, but how many times you could ask me..you're not really the sharpest are you
Cmon you were doing so well with the copy paste stuff, why did you have to type so much and lose your way again.
Dont get triggered, keep going its alright.
Nice way to cope. Btw check H2H numbers at senior levelI didn't even watch the game.
Maybe it's a big deal for you lot who have been getting mauled at the senior level but we don't give a damn about age group cricket results. But you do you ..

Thats really poor, especially as it was eden gardensJust heard that World's richest board could not clear the ground in time??? KYA HUIIIIII
People here were jumping up and down about PSL game being washed out... PCB is a mess and we all know that but BCCI was perfect.... BLA BLA
Kya huiii guys....,.
Nice way to cope. Btw check H2H numbers at senior level
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why are you still running away from 2 simple, easy questions
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
Are the two above questions, the hardest questions you've had to answer in your life time?, are you used to pay someone to get the answers
Try harder, cmon, keep trying, no more sulking, why are you still running away from 2 simple, easy questionsStop begging me to answer those questions while I have already given you the bheek multiple times.
It's not my fault that you're slow in the top floor or just an outright coward who can't face the mirror that shows your weak reality.
"Labuschagne is a better T20 captain than Patidar"
"Adam zampa rejected IPL for PSL due to its kwaality".![]()
@Mesozoic @nish_mate @jnaveen1980 @ufcfan @OldWarHorse @sithb @RexRex @Cover Drive Six @Devadwal - cmon, answer thisJust heard that World's richest board could not clear the ground in time??? KYA HUIIIIII
People here were jumping up and down about PSL game being washed out... PCB is a mess and we all know that but BCCI was perfect.... BLA BLA
Kya huiii guys....,.

Try harder, cmon, keep trying, no more sulking, why are you still running away from 2 simple, easy questions
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?

Try harder, cmon, keep trying, no more sulking, why are you still running away from 2 simple, easy questionsKeep begging...![]()
And Bangladesh was still very bad at cricket. Stand back in line.IPL has tainted cricket.
Before IPL (and T20) happened, cricket was very beautiful.
Now you'll hear how that website is funded by the BJP/RSS.https://www.fortuneindia.com/amp/st...e-indias-most-powerful-sports-business/131942
IPL’s $18-billion playbook: How an eight-week league became India’s most powerful sports business
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has never been just about cricket. But nearly two decades after its launch, the scale of what it has become is sharper than ever. With an estimated valuation of around $18 billion (FY25), the league now rivals the size of India’s entire sports industry—despite operating for barely eight weeks a year, according to a recent report by Kotak Mutual Fund. The broader Indian sports industry, currently estimated at around $19 billion, is projected to more than double by 2030.
What sets the IPL apart is not just its growth, but the efficiency of its model. In a global sports landscape where value is typically built over long seasons and legacy fan bases, the IPL has compressed monetisation into a short, high-intensity window—effectively turning itself into one of the most profitable media properties in the country.
What powers the IPL’s revenue engine?
At the core of this transformation lies its media rights engine. From a $918 million deal in 2008, IPL’s broadcast and digital rights have surged to $6.2 billion for the 2023–2027 cycle, reflecting an 18% compound annual growth rate. This growth has been underpinned by a massive expansion in viewership. The league now reaches close to a billion viewers across television and digital platforms, with streaming emerging as a critical driver. The opening weekend of IPL 2025 alone recorded 1.37 billion views, highlighting how deeply embedded the tournament is in India’s mobile-first consumption ecosystem.
According to the report, this scale is translating directly into revenue. Advertising income is projected to touch $600 million in 2025, reinforcing the IPL’s position as a premium destination for brands seeking mass reach.
Why are IPL franchises seen as annuity-like assets?
Equally significant is how the league has engineered financial stability at the franchise level. Unlike most global sports leagues, the IPL operates as a closed system with no relegation risk. A large share of team revenues—over 70%—comes from centrally pooled media rights and sponsorship deals, ensuring predictable cash flows. This has transformed franchises into annuity-like assets, attracting investors who view them less as sporting bets and more as structured, revenue-generating businesses.
dvertising income is projected to touch $600 million in 2025, reinforcing the IPL’s position as a premium destination for brands seeking mass reach.
Beyond media rights, the IPL has built a diversified revenue base. Advertising revenues have expanded from ₹350 crore in its early years to an estimated ₹6,000–7,000 crore by 2025, while title sponsorships have grown from ₹40 crore to about ₹500 crore. Franchise-level sponsorships now add another ₹1,300 crore to the ecosystem, underscoring the league’s ability to monetise across layers.
How does the IPL impact the broader economy?
As the report highlights, the league’s economic footprint extends well beyond its balance sheet. It acts as a demand catalyst across sectors, driving spikes in tourism, hospitality and consumption. Hotel occupancy in host cities often exceeds 90% during the season, while travel demand can rise by as much as 60–70%. E-commerce sales see a noticeable uptick, and food delivery platforms report sharp increases in order volumes on match days.
Even matchday revenues, which account for less than 10% of franchise income, have a disproportionate impact on local economies—pushing up room tariffs, boosting transport demand, and generating temporary employment across sectors.
The IPL’s journey has not been without setbacks, including a pandemic-led dip in 2020. But its recovery has been swift, with valuations crossing $10 billion in 2023 and continuing to climb. The resilience of the model lies in its combination of centralised revenues, cost discipline, and the ability to continuously expand its digital audience.
Today, the IPL operates at the intersection of sport, media, and technology. It is not just a tournament but a scalable business platform—one that monetises attention with remarkable precision. In doing so, it has created a blueprint not just for cricket, but for the future of sports leagues in a digital-first world.
YAWWWWNhttps://www.fortuneindia.com/amp/st...e-indias-most-powerful-sports-business/131942
IPL’s $18-billion playbook: How an eight-week league became India’s most powerful sports business
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has never been just about cricket. But nearly two decades after its launch, the scale of what it has become is sharper than ever. With an estimated valuation of around $18 billion (FY25), the league now rivals the size of India’s entire sports industry—despite operating for barely eight weeks a year, according to a recent report by Kotak Mutual Fund. The broader Indian sports industry, currently estimated at around $19 billion, is projected to more than double by 2030.
What sets the IPL apart is not just its growth, but the efficiency of its model. In a global sports landscape where value is typically built over long seasons and legacy fan bases, the IPL has compressed monetisation into a short, high-intensity window—effectively turning itself into one of the most profitable media properties in the country.
What powers the IPL’s revenue engine?
At the core of this transformation lies its media rights engine. From a $918 million deal in 2008, IPL’s broadcast and digital rights have surged to $6.2 billion for the 2023–2027 cycle, reflecting an 18% compound annual growth rate. This growth has been underpinned by a massive expansion in viewership. The league now reaches close to a billion viewers across television and digital platforms, with streaming emerging as a critical driver. The opening weekend of IPL 2025 alone recorded 1.37 billion views, highlighting how deeply embedded the tournament is in India’s mobile-first consumption ecosystem.
According to the report, this scale is translating directly into revenue. Advertising income is projected to touch $600 million in 2025, reinforcing the IPL’s position as a premium destination for brands seeking mass reach.
Why are IPL franchises seen as annuity-like assets?
Equally significant is how the league has engineered financial stability at the franchise level. Unlike most global sports leagues, the IPL operates as a closed system with no relegation risk. A large share of team revenues—over 70%—comes from centrally pooled media rights and sponsorship deals, ensuring predictable cash flows. This has transformed franchises into annuity-like assets, attracting investors who view them less as sporting bets and more as structured, revenue-generating businesses.
dvertising income is projected to touch $600 million in 2025, reinforcing the IPL’s position as a premium destination for brands seeking mass reach.
Beyond media rights, the IPL has built a diversified revenue base. Advertising revenues have expanded from ₹350 crore in its early years to an estimated ₹6,000–7,000 crore by 2025, while title sponsorships have grown from ₹40 crore to about ₹500 crore. Franchise-level sponsorships now add another ₹1,300 crore to the ecosystem, underscoring the league’s ability to monetise across layers.
How does the IPL impact the broader economy?
As the report highlights, the league’s economic footprint extends well beyond its balance sheet. It acts as a demand catalyst across sectors, driving spikes in tourism, hospitality and consumption. Hotel occupancy in host cities often exceeds 90% during the season, while travel demand can rise by as much as 60–70%. E-commerce sales see a noticeable uptick, and food delivery platforms report sharp increases in order volumes on match days.
Even matchday revenues, which account for less than 10% of franchise income, have a disproportionate impact on local economies—pushing up room tariffs, boosting transport demand, and generating temporary employment across sectors.
The IPL’s journey has not been without setbacks, including a pandemic-led dip in 2020. But its recovery has been swift, with valuations crossing $10 billion in 2023 and continuing to climb. The resilience of the model lies in its combination of centralised revenues, cost discipline, and the ability to continuously expand its digital audience.
Today, the IPL operates at the intersection of sport, media, and technology. It is not just a tournament but a scalable business platform—one that monetises attention with remarkable precision. In doing so, it has created a blueprint not just for cricket, but for the future of sports leagues in a digital-first world.
They know the true stature of this league. They just pretend they don't know.Now you'll hear how that website is funded by the BJP/RSS.
You can wake up a person asleep, not someone pretending to be asleep.They know the true stature of this league. They just pretend they don't know.
Oh you do and I definitely hit a nerve. Went right back to copy paste, no more poorly written paragraphssorry i dont understand hindenglish, here are the 2 questions again:
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?

try harder to answer these two questions:Oh you do and I definitely hit a nerve. Went right back to copy paste, no more poorly written paragraphs
Lets do one thing since you are so desperate for my response. Make 10 different posts with the questions, tag me in all of them and then Ill genuinely reconsider. Im not responding otherwise, ill just see you unworthy...
THAT ITS BOOOOOOOOOOOOOThey know the true stature of this league. They just pretend they don't know.
That has nothing to do with anythingYou can wake up a person asleep, not someone pretending to be asleep.
That has nothing to do with anything
i wont even use that crap saying to state why @jnaveen1980 @nish_mate @ufcfan @Mesozoic @OldWarHorse @sithb @charlie007 @Devadwal @ravisurya have all found it hard to answer 2 simples questions
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
as they cannot answer both questions, as they know, question 1 - thrs no regulated report confirming, question 2 - they cant name me 1 exciting part of this ipl

Hey stop slacking, you have 8 more attempts to goThat has nothing to do with anything
i wont even use that crap saying to state why @jnaveen1980 @nish_mate @ufcfan @Mesozoic @OldWarHorse @sithb @charlie007 @Devadwal @ravisurya have all found it hard to answer 2 simples questions
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
as they cannot answer both questions, as they know, question 1 - thrs no regulated report confirming, question 2 - they cant name me 1 exciting part of this ipl
What context? You were doing bhangra over senior cricket. I am presenting senior cricket as a whole where we have historically owned you. You are an absolute clown who ran away after getting owned by us. Your 25 year old Suryavanshee hero was smacked by Pak so badly in that final where we destroyed you."cHeCk tHe h2H nUmBeRs aT sEnIoR lEvEl"..
Clear sign that a Pakistani has lost the argument and waved the white flag when they bring up the H2H record out of context.
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Why don't you answer him instead of this nonsense? IPL is uninteresting to many and people are only going for the money. Dehli is one of the most polluted cities in the world. Did you hear about Danish badminton players complaining how poor Ind was? There were bird droppings in indoor court!!! Cricket will die out if IPL becomes longer and longer.Hey stop slacking, you have 8 more attempts to go
Another tulla lover talking complete BS. You wake up from your slumber first. First world country saaaarYou can wake up a person asleep, not someone pretending to be asleep.
Why will I? He's already been answered by people on here. But I dont mind if he keeps asking these questions with such desperation, over and over. Im enjoying it tbhWhy don't you answer him instead of this nonsense? IPL is uninteresting to many and people are only going for the money. Dehli is one of the most polluted cities in the world. Did you hear about Danish badminton players complaining how poor Ind was? There were bird droppings in indoor court!!! Cricket will die out if IPL becomes longer and longer.
Can you explain why there were bird droppings in an indoor tournament in Dehli? Why is the AQI so poor? Why do people throw garbage on the streets?Why will I? He's already been answered by people on here. But I dont mind if he keeps asking these questions with such desperation, over and over. Im enjoying it tbh
yes here in the west our companies are regulated even my job in payroll i (myself) will be regulated by a company who will sit beside me and they will choose certain files to look at and i will have to explain what ive done and these figures will have to match up correctly or else the company or even i can be fined and if serious dodgyness has occured, i am fined and then also sacked"Regulator"....
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Please stop giving second hand embarrassment to everyone here.
Go and watch the 9th and 10th games to see what top tier T20 franchise cricket looks like. I'm pretty sure you won't be "excited" for obvious reasons and will keep begging for answers that you already got.
Basically a low quality troll who can't even troll properly.
What context? You were doing bhangra over senior cricket. I am presenting senior cricket as a whole where we have historically owned you. You are an absolute clown who ran away after getting owned by us. Your 25 year old Suryavanshee hero was smacked by Pak so badly in that final where we destroyed you.
Nope.Can you explain why there were bird droppings in an indoor tournament in Dehli? Why is the AQI so poor? Why do people throw garbage on the streets?
yes here in the west our companies are regulated even my job in payroll i (myself) will be regulated by a company who will sit beside me and they will choose certain files to look at and i will have to explain what ive done and these figures will have to match up correctly or else the company or even i can be fined and if serious dodgyness has occured, i am fined and then also sacked
Bolded part - write english mate
ive did try and watch those games = if you go back to those games i listed that they were Boooo![]()
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ring and forced me to go sleep
How are you finding today game = RR vs MI, 13th Match - im finding it better, cuz its raining, if the game was on it would be BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORING = bet you feel the same
However, do answer my 2 questions below:
1) show me a source from a regulator, which confirms the 515m viewers
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2) name me the exciting parts of this yr IPL?
But dont bore me with your reply, Thank you


Lalit Modi Slams BCCI On Rs 2,400 Crore IPL 'Loss': "This Is Not What We Sold"
Former IPL commissioner Lalit Modi has made a significant revelation, claiming that the league is missing out on an additional revenue of Rs 2,400 crore by failing to adhere to the originally agreed format. Modi, who expressed delight at the league's soaring valuation after two franchises -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) -- were sold for a combined fee of approximately Rs 31,000 crore, wants the board to return to a full home-and-away format to recoup these perceived losses. According to Modi, every side was originally intended to play each other twice. With the league expanding to 10 teams in 2022, such a structure would result in a 90-match league phase followed by four knockout games. However, the IPL has continued to operate with only 74 matches by altering the home-and-away system.
"For every game, the BCCI gets 50 per cent, and the remaining 50 per cent is distributed to teams. Consequently, teams are now losing out on 20 games. It is a contractual obligation, given the fees they are paying, to provide them with home-and-away fixtures," he said in an interview with Sportsstar.
"The home-and-away format is where the value lies. If there is no space in the calendar, do not increase the number of teams. It is as simple as that. That is not what we sold. Has everybody signed off on this? I guarantee they have not," he added.
"Why are they not playing home and away? There are excuses, but it is a contractual obligation and a commercial transaction for the teams."
Modi believes the reduction in matches directly impacts the valuations of both the franchises and the league itself.
"If there were 94 matches today on a home-and-away basis at Rs 118 crore per game, the media rights alone would be worth an extra Rs 2,400 crore. That is Rs 2,400 crore in additional revenue for the BCCI," he explained.
"Of this, Rs 1,200 crore would have gone to the 10 teams, Rs 120 crore each, and team values would automatically have been higher."
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No one has answered those questions, if you think someone then just find it and quote = you wont be able to, as no one has answered themWhy will I? He's already been answered by people on here. But I dont mind if he keeps asking these questions with such desperation, over and over. Im enjoying it tbh
But but you couldnt understand what i say.No one has answered those questions, if you think someone then just find it and quote = you wont be able to, as no one has answered them
NOT A REGULATED SOURCEThis is going from strength to strength
The IPL 2026 season opened with a record-breaking 515 million viewers, marking significant growth over previous years. Opening weekend viewership reached over 515 million, with watch-time up 26% year-on-year. Growth was driven by 30% higher Connected TV (CTV) reach and a 24% increase in linear TV ratings.
IPL Viewership Growth Highlights (Opening Weekend 2026 vs. 2025):
- Total Watch-time: 32.6 billion minutes, a 26% increase.
- Total Reach: Over 515 million viewers, setting a new record.
- Connected TV (CTV): 30% increase in reach and 61% increase in concurrent viewers.
- Linear TV: 24% growth in television ratings (TVR).
AS WE HAVE FOUND OUT, THE IPL DOESNT GET REGULATED![]()
It has left all the other viewership in dust.
| Component | Metric Type | Estimated Value | How Derived | Source / Reference |
| Broadcast Rights | Annual Revenue | ₹150–₹200 crore | Annualised from PKR 18–26 billion multi-year deal | Pakistan Cricket Board media rights cycle reports; CricExec, SportBusiness |
| Sponsorship (Title + Central Pool) | Annual Revenue | ₹80–₹120 crore | Based on title sponsor + central commercial deals | PCB announcements + South Asian sports sponsorship benchmarks |
| Franchise Fees + Match Revenue | Annual Revenue | ₹80–₹120 crore | Franchise payments + ticketing + local deals | Industry estimates; PSL team economics discussions |
| Annual Revenue | ₹300–₹370 crore | Sum of above components | Derived model (standard sports league structure) |
| Component | Metric Type | Estimated Value | What It Includes | Source / Reference |
| PSL Media Rights Cycle | Multi-Year Value | ₹600–₹900 crore | 2–3 year broadcast deals combined | PCB rights cycle reports |
| Franchise + Brand Valuation | Long-Term Value | ₹1,200–₹1,500 crore (approx) | Team valuations + league brand value | Industry estimates, media reports |
| Multi-Year / Brand Value | ₹2,000+ crore | Combined long-term valuation | Aggregated estimates across reports |
| Segment | Type | Value |
| Indian Premier League (Pakistan shadow market) | Annual (Unofficial) | ₹220–₹500 crore |
| Pakistan Super League | Annual (Official) | ₹300–₹370 crore |
| PSL Total Valuation | Multi-Year | ₹2,000+ crore |
This is going from strength to strength
The IPL 2026 season opened with a record-breaking 515 million viewers, marking significant growth over previous years. Opening weekend viewership reached over 515 million, with watch-time up 26% year-on-year. Growth was driven by 30% higher Connected TV (CTV) reach and a 24% increase in linear TV ratings.
IPL Viewership Growth Highlights (Opening Weekend 2026 vs. 2025):
- Total Watch-time: 32.6 billion minutes, a 26% increase.
- Total Reach: Over 515 million viewers, setting a new record.
- Connected TV (CTV): 30% increase in reach and 61% increase in concurrent viewers.
- Linear TV: 24% growth in television ratings (TVR).
"nah it's actualy truth, but ipl is 2nd best league in terms of revenue after nflNOT A REGULATED SOURCE
I think the only time star sports broadcasted there was only during ipl because I've seen it firsthandIPL Wins In Pakistan Without Entry - ₹500 Cr Market Beats PSL![]()
IPL Wins In Pakistan Without Entry - ₹500 Cr Market Beats PSL
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has garnered significant popularity in Pakistan, despite the lack of official broadcasting channels. Heightened tensions between India and Pakistan have restricted normal viewership of both the IPL and the Pakistan Super League (PSL). , Cricket, Times Nowwww.timesnownews.com
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has garnered significant popularity in Pakistan, despite the lack of official broadcasting channels. Heightened tensions between India and Pakistan have restricted normal viewership of both the IPL and the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
The Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to enjoy a massive following in Pakistan, even in the absence of an official broadcast system, often unreported and undetected. The rising tensions between India and Pakistan have made it almost impossible for an average cricket fan to watch the Indian Premier League (IPL) or the Pakistan Super League (PSL) seamlessly from their respective countries. Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, the Indian government decided to ban the broadcasting of PSL. Pakistan responded by restricting the online streaming of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season on local digital platforms and withholding the media rights for the ongoing season. In the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack in 2019, Indian broadcasters since then had gradually distanced themselves, stepping away from any form of broadcast partnerships.
The consumption of IPL in Pakistan, however, exists in a grey zone. With no licensed streaming partner or television rights holder in the country, fans have turned to alternative, often illegal, pathways to follow the world’s biggest and richest T20 league. The evolving world of digital has made it possible to create a parallel viewing culture, often fragmented and surprisingly widespread. Although there is no official distribution pipeline of IPL in Pakistan, and logic would suggest that the league should barely exist in the country in the absence of official broadcast owner, the reality is far different, unfolding across the border that is not just fascinating but also economically significant - the estimated worth of which is as much as approximately ₹ 500 crore per season. The irony of it all is that it perhaps exceeds the annual valuation of the Pakistan Super League itself.
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IPL vs PSL: From Ban To Bypass
The relationship between India and Pakistan continues to be hostile, with no signs of it getting mellowed out in the distant future, let alone the near future. But cricket continues to bypass all of that in both countries, with no imminent impact on viewership. There’s something inherently paradoxical about human nature. The moment something is forbidden or seemingly out of reach, its allure only deepens, and the desire to consume it grows stronger. And there cannot be a better example of this than the IPL itself.
The ₹500 crore-per-season market isn't an accident by any stretch of the imagination. The industry observers often define this phenomenon as “shadow market”, where a combination of factors, such as paid access, unofficial distribution, and digital monetisation, finds itself at the heart of it. The IPL's presence in Pakistan, more than ever, in the absence of any official broadcasting or streaming rights holder, is far more structured than perhaps when it had one, quite contrary to the traditional piracy-driven consumption model.
The fundamental shift in narrative starts with Pakistan's recent viewing experience of the IPL through a subscription-led IPTV model that provides access to international sports feeds, effectively bypassing geographical restrictions and placing it in a legal grey zone. The digital dynamics allow you to watch IPL in Pakistan, just not through authorised channels. What was once a piracy-led ecosystem has matured into a subscription-driven, unofficial market, where demand is strong enough to sustain paid access without formal distribution.
Piracy Still Plays A Role
It will be as far from the truth as anyone could be if we assume that traditional piracy ceases to exist. In fact, it remains one of the key players in IPL consumption. There are several illegal streaming websites, Telegram groups, and social media links that continue to circulate match feeds in real time by constantly shifting environments and frequently changing links to avoid takedowns. This also ensures that access to any IPL match is widespread across the country, targeting different user segments, although individually fragmented, it contributes a major chunk to IPL's reach in Pakistan.
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The Creator Economy Adds Fuel
With access no longer an issue, the next bit is to monetise that access, and the digital creators are at the forefront of that pillar. The IPL's cross-border appeal has benefited the Pakistani YouTubers and creators more than anybody else. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah, to name a few, have the biggest fanbase in Pakistan than in any other country. It becomes that much easier to engage that fanbase through IPL match live reactions, player analysis, and debates, compared to domestic cricket coverage that lacks the star appeal. It should not be surprising that the IPL videos outperform the Pakistan Super League in both reach and revenue.
The other aspect is Pakistan's lack of producing superstars in recent years, as compared to the times of Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi, and Inzamam-ul-Haq, to name a few. A lot of cricket enthusiasts around the world will not be able to remember the names of all the Pakistan players, unlike in a different cricketing era, when they would have had them at their fingertips. The decline in Pakistan cricket has also played a role in IPL's growth in the country. This has created a self-sustaining loop, where viewers seek IPL content, which in turn opens up the market for the creators to create more content around it, and platforms monetising the traffic that comes from it. The result is a secondary digital economy that thrives entirely on a league that is not officially available in the country.
A Market Without Ownership
Taken together, the numbers begin to tell a compelling story. The IPL is estimated to generate anywhere between ₹250 crore and ₹500 crore annually in Pakistan, led by IPTV subscriptions, ad-driven piracy platforms, and creator-led monetisation. This is what makes the phenomenon unique, with no single official stakeholder capturing that value. The footprint exists without any single ownership, quite unlike a traditional sports market, where revenue flows through broadcasters, sponsors, and governing bodies. It is driven purely by demand and sustained by a network of unofficial distribution channels.
PSL Valuation vs Annual Economy — Explained
Component Metric Type Estimated Value How Derived Source / Reference Broadcast Rights Annual Revenue ₹150–₹200 crore Annualised from PKR 18–26 billion multi-year deal Pakistan Cricket Board media rights cycle reports; CricExec, SportBusiness Sponsorship (Title + Central Pool) Annual Revenue ₹80–₹120 crore Based on title sponsor + central commercial deals PCB announcements + South Asian sports sponsorship benchmarks Franchise Fees + Match Revenue Annual Revenue ₹80–₹120 crore Franchise payments + ticketing + local deals Industry estimates; PSL team economics discussions Total PSL Annual Economy
Annual Revenue ₹300–₹370 crore Sum of above components Derived model (standard sports league structure)
Total Valuation (What Causes Confusion)
Component Metric Type Estimated Value What It Includes Source / Reference PSL Media Rights Cycle Multi-Year Value ₹600–₹900 crore 2–3 year broadcast deals combined PCB rights cycle reports Franchise + Brand Valuation Long-Term Value ₹1,200–₹1,500 crore (approx) Team valuations + league brand value Industry estimates, media reports Total PSL Valuation
Multi-Year / Brand Value ₹2,000+ crore Combined long-term valuation Aggregated estimates across reports
Comparison With IPL’s Pakistan Market
Segment Type Value Indian Premier League (Pakistan shadow market) Annual (Unofficial) ₹220–₹500 crore Pakistan Super League Annual (Official) ₹300–₹370 crore PSL Total Valuation Multi-Year ₹2,000+ crore
AS THE IPL ISNT REGULATED = THOSE NUMBERS ARE FAKEIPL Wins In Pakistan Without Entry - ₹500 Cr Market Beats PSL![]()
IPL Wins In Pakistan Without Entry - ₹500 Cr Market Beats PSL
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has garnered significant popularity in Pakistan, despite the lack of official broadcasting channels. Heightened tensions between India and Pakistan have restricted normal viewership of both the IPL and the Pakistan Super League (PSL). , Cricket, Times Nowwww.timesnownews.com
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has garnered significant popularity in Pakistan, despite the lack of official broadcasting channels. Heightened tensions between India and Pakistan have restricted normal viewership of both the IPL and the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
The Indian Premier League (IPL) continues to enjoy a massive following in Pakistan, even in the absence of an official broadcast system, often unreported and undetected. The rising tensions between India and Pakistan have made it almost impossible for an average cricket fan to watch the Indian Premier League (IPL) or the Pakistan Super League (PSL) seamlessly from their respective countries. Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, the Indian government decided to ban the broadcasting of PSL. Pakistan responded by restricting the online streaming of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season on local digital platforms and withholding the media rights for the ongoing season. In the aftermath of the Pulwama terror attack in 2019, Indian broadcasters since then had gradually distanced themselves, stepping away from any form of broadcast partnerships.
The consumption of IPL in Pakistan, however, exists in a grey zone. With no licensed streaming partner or television rights holder in the country, fans have turned to alternative, often illegal, pathways to follow the world’s biggest and richest T20 league. The evolving world of digital has made it possible to create a parallel viewing culture, often fragmented and surprisingly widespread. Although there is no official distribution pipeline of IPL in Pakistan, and logic would suggest that the league should barely exist in the country in the absence of official broadcast owner, the reality is far different, unfolding across the border that is not just fascinating but also economically significant - the estimated worth of which is as much as approximately ₹ 500 crore per season. The irony of it all is that it perhaps exceeds the annual valuation of the Pakistan Super League itself.
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IPL vs PSL: From Ban To Bypass
The relationship between India and Pakistan continues to be hostile, with no signs of it getting mellowed out in the distant future, let alone the near future. But cricket continues to bypass all of that in both countries, with no imminent impact on viewership. There’s something inherently paradoxical about human nature. The moment something is forbidden or seemingly out of reach, its allure only deepens, and the desire to consume it grows stronger. And there cannot be a better example of this than the IPL itself.
The ₹500 crore-per-season market isn't an accident by any stretch of the imagination. The industry observers often define this phenomenon as “shadow market”, where a combination of factors, such as paid access, unofficial distribution, and digital monetisation, finds itself at the heart of it. The IPL's presence in Pakistan, more than ever, in the absence of any official broadcasting or streaming rights holder, is far more structured than perhaps when it had one, quite contrary to the traditional piracy-driven consumption model.
The fundamental shift in narrative starts with Pakistan's recent viewing experience of the IPL through a subscription-led IPTV model that provides access to international sports feeds, effectively bypassing geographical restrictions and placing it in a legal grey zone. The digital dynamics allow you to watch IPL in Pakistan, just not through authorised channels. What was once a piracy-led ecosystem has matured into a subscription-driven, unofficial market, where demand is strong enough to sustain paid access without formal distribution.
Piracy Still Plays A Role
It will be as far from the truth as anyone could be if we assume that traditional piracy ceases to exist. In fact, it remains one of the key players in IPL consumption. There are several illegal streaming websites, Telegram groups, and social media links that continue to circulate match feeds in real time by constantly shifting environments and frequently changing links to avoid takedowns. This also ensures that access to any IPL match is widespread across the country, targeting different user segments, although individually fragmented, it contributes a major chunk to IPL's reach in Pakistan.
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The Creator Economy Adds Fuel
With access no longer an issue, the next bit is to monetise that access, and the digital creators are at the forefront of that pillar. The IPL's cross-border appeal has benefited the Pakistani YouTubers and creators more than anybody else. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jasprit Bumrah, to name a few, have the biggest fanbase in Pakistan than in any other country. It becomes that much easier to engage that fanbase through IPL match live reactions, player analysis, and debates, compared to domestic cricket coverage that lacks the star appeal. It should not be surprising that the IPL videos outperform the Pakistan Super League in both reach and revenue.
The other aspect is Pakistan's lack of producing superstars in recent years, as compared to the times of Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi, and Inzamam-ul-Haq, to name a few. A lot of cricket enthusiasts around the world will not be able to remember the names of all the Pakistan players, unlike in a different cricketing era, when they would have had them at their fingertips. The decline in Pakistan cricket has also played a role in IPL's growth in the country. This has created a self-sustaining loop, where viewers seek IPL content, which in turn opens up the market for the creators to create more content around it, and platforms monetising the traffic that comes from it. The result is a secondary digital economy that thrives entirely on a league that is not officially available in the country.
A Market Without Ownership
Taken together, the numbers begin to tell a compelling story. The IPL is estimated to generate anywhere between ₹250 crore and ₹500 crore annually in Pakistan, led by IPTV subscriptions, ad-driven piracy platforms, and creator-led monetisation. This is what makes the phenomenon unique, with no single official stakeholder capturing that value. The footprint exists without any single ownership, quite unlike a traditional sports market, where revenue flows through broadcasters, sponsors, and governing bodies. It is driven purely by demand and sustained by a network of unofficial distribution channels.
PSL Valuation vs Annual Economy — Explained
Component Metric Type Estimated Value How Derived Source / Reference Broadcast Rights Annual Revenue ₹150–₹200 crore Annualised from PKR 18–26 billion multi-year deal Pakistan Cricket Board media rights cycle reports; CricExec, SportBusiness Sponsorship (Title + Central Pool) Annual Revenue ₹80–₹120 crore Based on title sponsor + central commercial deals PCB announcements + South Asian sports sponsorship benchmarks Franchise Fees + Match Revenue Annual Revenue ₹80–₹120 crore Franchise payments + ticketing + local deals Industry estimates; PSL team economics discussions Total PSL Annual Economy
Annual Revenue ₹300–₹370 crore Sum of above components Derived model (standard sports league structure)
Total Valuation (What Causes Confusion)
Component Metric Type Estimated Value What It Includes Source / Reference PSL Media Rights Cycle Multi-Year Value ₹600–₹900 crore 2–3 year broadcast deals combined PCB rights cycle reports Franchise + Brand Valuation Long-Term Value ₹1,200–₹1,500 crore (approx) Team valuations + league brand value Industry estimates, media reports Total PSL Valuation
Multi-Year / Brand Value ₹2,000+ crore Combined long-term valuation Aggregated estimates across reports
Comparison With IPL’s Pakistan Market
Segment Type Value Indian Premier League (Pakistan shadow market) Annual (Unofficial) ₹220–₹500 crore Pakistan Super League Annual (Official) ₹300–₹370 crore PSL Total Valuation Multi-Year ₹2,000+ crore
Thats not a regulated company - thats them stating numbers - thrs a big difference"But saaaar where is the Regulator?"
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its not, it doesnt go through any regulators - this is what i mean indian never shows a regulated source = just like thr fake GDP numbers the produce - thr real GDP figures is around 40% less = modi the sicko eeven adds cow manure as a source into the gdp figures - he does this everytime = yet no other ocuntry in the world adds this as its not a source of revenuenah it's actualy truth, but ipl is 2nd best league in terms of revenue after nfl
you havent shown a regulated source - show a regulated source
Honestly, nobody in Pakistan is giving a hoot about IPL, may be 10 yrs ago people were fascinated, but now majority of fans don't know the names of all IPL teams
This "Nobody cares" is a lie lol They make dedicated youtube videos discussing about these matches. There is nothing wrong in watching a league that is far better than international cricket where results are often lopsided due to the fact some teams are too strong.Who cares? Do any IPL owners or the BCCI care about Pakistani viewership?
The main purpose of the IPL is to cater to the Indian audience, similar to how the NFL/Baseball operates in the USA.
It serves its purpose well. Indian domestic market is huge, and as long as the country’s economy is in good, IPL will survive and grow along with it.
IPL doesn’t need to attract outside viewership.
You saying this on a Pakistani forum makes it twice as hilarious.Who cares? Do any IPL owners or the BCCI care about Pakistani viewership?
The main purpose of the IPL is to cater to the Indian audience, similar to how the NFL/Baseball operates in the USA.
It serves its purpose well. Indian domestic market is huge, and as long as the country’s economy is in good, IPL will survive and grow along with it.
IPL doesn’t need to attract outside viewership.

you really need to stop crying, and start finding a regulated source regarding question 1 ive asked youThis "Nobody cares" is a lie lol They make dedicated youtube videos discussing about these matches. There is nothing wrong in watching a league that is far better than international cricket where results are often lopsided due to the fact some teams are too strong.
Is Pakistan even relevant for IPL? is the anser is yes, please explain.Honestly, nobody in Pakistan is giving a hoot about IPL, may be 10 yrs ago people were fascinated, but now majority of fans don't know the names of all IPL teams