Updated On: 28 March, 2024 02:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The IPL 2024 opening day also recorded the highest peak TV concurrency. With 6.1 crore viewers watching the event simultaneously on the Disney Star network. The first match of the mega league saw the defending champions Chennai Super Kings defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets

Indian Premier League 2024 trophy (Pic: File Pic)
The IPL 2024 registered a record-breaking viewership on the opening day. According to the host broadcaster, 16.8 crore people were watching the opening ceremony and the game.
Disney Star also said the first day also registered a watch time of 1276 crore minutes. This is the highest for the first day of any season.