By Manvindar Singh 
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has reached a significant milestone, surpassing 1.13 billion viewers in combined digital and broadcast viewership for the 2024 season. This marks a remarkable 32% increase from 2023, highlighting the growing global appeal of the tournament.
CPL 2024 Viewership Key Highlights
- Increased Viewership: CPL’s audience has expanded in key markets such as India, the Caribbean, and the USA, with notable growth on social media platforms.
- Global Reach: The 2024 tournament was broadcasted in major cricketing regions including the Caribbean, India, Middle East, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and South Africa. Additionally, the matches were streamed live on YouTube and Facebook.
- 2024 Champions: The Saint Lucia Kings claimed their first CPL title at the Guyana National Stadium, wrapping up an exciting season that featured 34 matches across six countries: Antigua, Barbados, Guyana, St Kitts, Saint Lucia, and Trinidad.
CEO’s Statement
Pete Russell, CPL’s CEO, expressed his excitement:
“This milestone of over a billion viewers has been a long-term goal. Achieving 1.13 billion reflects the CPL’s immense popularity across the globe. We look forward to leveraging this success for even greater achievements in 2025 and beyond.”
About CPL
Founded in 2013, the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League is a vibrant T20 cricket tournament that combines thrilling cricket action with the lively Carnival spirit of the Caribbean. The 2024 season ran from August 29 to October 6.
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