In a glorious display of cricketing prowess and sheer determination, Australia emerged victorious in the thrilling culmination of the 13th edition of the World Cup; triumphantly adding their sixth title to their ever-growing collection, all while triumphing over the formidable hosts, India. The ICC has unveiled that an unprecedented number of 1.25 million enthusiasts congregated at the cricketing events held between the dates of October 5th and November 19th. The 2015 edition’s record of 1.016 million was dwarfed by this exceptional achievement; a new pinnacle has been reached.

Despite the occasional sight of vacant chairs, the grand total of attendees surpassed a remarkable one million mark; this remarkable feat was achieved with six matches yet to be played on the schedule. In a grand proclamation that echoed throughout the hallowed halls of the cricketing universe, Chris Tetley, the illustrious mastermind behind the ICC’s captivating events, regally declared the one-day international tournament an awe-inspiring triumph of magnanimous proportions. With the mightiest of voices, he emphasized the eternal allure of cricket, a sport enshrined in the hearts of fans across the globe, and celebrated the exhilarating spectacle that is the ODI format a breathtaking showcase of skill, strategy, and uncontainable thrills. In a poetic symphony of triumph, Tetley revealed that not only did the event shatter countless records in broadcast and digital viewership; it also served as a unifying force, bringing together cricket enthusiasts from all corners of the world to bask in the joyful communion of the sport.