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India-Pakistan clash smashes viewership records with 61.1 crore views on JioHotstar
MUMBAI: The India-Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 rewrote the record books, amassing a staggering 61.1 crore views on JioHotstar. The match, held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, captivated fans worldwide, solidifying its place as one of the most-watched sporting events in history.
On 23 February 2025, India chased down Pakistan’s total of 241 runs, finishing at 244 for four in just 42.3 overs, securing a commanding six-wicket victory. Virat Kohli stole the spotlight with an unbeaten 100 runs off 111 balls, marking his 51 ODI century and becoming the fastest player to reach 14,000 runs in ODI cricket. His heroic innings not only guided India to victory but also secured their spot in the semi-finals.
Pakistan, after losing early wickets, managed 241 all out, largely due to a resilient 104-run partnership between Saud Shakeel (62) and Mohammad Rizwan (46). However, India’s bowlers dominated, with Kuldeep Yadav (3 for 43) and Hardik Pandya (2 for 31) dismantling Pakistan’s batting lineup.
This match didn’t just break records—it steamrolled them. Blasting past all previous viewership highs, it showcased the unstoppable dominance of digital sports streaming. The previous record-holding Tata IPL final on JioCinema with 62 crore views now has a fierce challenger, as this 61.1 crore viewership milestone reaffirmed cricket’s greatest rivalry.
Back in 2023, an India-Pakistan clash clocked 17.3 crore TV views and 22.5 crore digital viewers on Disney+ Hotstar (now JioHotstar), per BARC data. Fast forward to 2025, and the numbers have skyrocketed—confirming that when these two teams collide, the world stops to watch.
With JioHotstar leading the digital streaming revolution, fans are consuming the game like never before—anytime, anywhere, and on any device.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
