The ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 has set a new record as the most attended ICC event in history, with a total of 1,250,307 fans attending the tournament. The tournament broke records for attendance and digital viewership, demonstrating the global reach and growing popularity of cricket.

The momentum of spectator figures escalated throughout the tournament, with the attendance surpassing one million fans with six games still remaining. The final match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad saw a packed crowd, highlighting the immense popularity of the sport.

The event prioritized placing fans at the center of the action and drew record crowds for each match. The opening match between England and New Zealand drew the largest crowd for a Men’s Cricket World Cup opening match. Additionally, the match between India and Pakistan became