The India-Australia final draws nearly five times as many fans as the McGregor-Nurmagomedov fight.
In a clash of sporting spectacles, the India vs Australia final of the ODI World Cup tournament took center stage and attracted an astonishing number of fans. The bout, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, drew remarkable viewership, far below the attendance for the much-anticipated UFC 229 fight between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov.
India vs Australia Final Draws Massive Crowd, Surpassing McGregor vs Nurmagomedov Showdown
On November 19, cricket fans around the world watched the thrilling showdown between India and Australia in the World Cup ODI final.
A lot is at stake as Australia seek to win their sixth ODI World Cup. The 132,000-capacity Narendra Modi Stadium created an exciting atmosphere as 92,453 spectators filled the stands.
After a close match, Australia emerged victorious and clinched their record sixth ODI World Cup title. Chasing India’s total, the Australian team put in an exceptional batting performance and won the summit showdown by six wickets.
Despite the huge capacity of the Narendra Modi Stadium, almost 70% of the seats were occupied, highlighting the country’s unwavering passion for sports.
It is interesting to note that while the final between India and Australia had an amazing turnout, the viewership for McGregor vs. Nurmagomedov pales in comparison.
The highly anticipated UFC 229 fight at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas drew a crowd of 20,034. Although the event sold out quickly, the difference in attendance between the two sporting events is notable.
Nearly 92,453 fans packed the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the final match of the World Cup ODI tournament between India and Australia, demonstrating the immense popularity of cricket.
This record-breaking attendance dwarfed the crowd for McGregor vs. Nurmagomedov and underlined the enduring appeal of cricket as a global sport.
