England vs West Indies series flops in front of UFC 251 for TRPs on Indian TV: BARC report

ongoing England vs West Indies Test series served as return of international cricket after a four-month hiatus caused by coronavirus pandemic. Surprisingly, Test series has t been able to garner any interest among Indian audiences according to latest Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) rating charts. As per recent ratings, England vs West Indies first Test and beginning of second Test were rated even lower than live telecast of UFC 251 in India.

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UFC 251 kcks out England vs West Indies Tests in ratings

In week 28 of BARC rating charts, UFC 251 live telecast of Usman vs Masvidal was placed as number 4 event. It was topped by three repeat telecasts, with all three matches involving India from 2019 World Cup in England. highlights of India’s matches against Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh from 2019 World Cup occupied slots for top three shows of week in charts. semifinal clash between India vs South Africa from 2014 T20 World Cup was placed fifth. placement of UFC 251 in top five indicates continued growth of popularity for American mixed martial arts event in India.

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England vs West Indies 2020: ENG vs WI live streaming

Amid low ratings, England vs West Indies is set to continue with its series-deciding third match at Old Trafford in Manchester. ENG vs WI live telecast in India is available to viewers on Sony Sports Network. Fans can also enjoy ENG vs WI live streaming and scores by logging onto FanCode by Dream Sports to watch each ball of proceedings. ENG vs WI live streaming will also be available on Sony LIV. third England vs West Indies Test is set to commence on July 24 at 3:30 PM IST.

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IPL 2020 gets an official launch date

Apart from return of international cricket, much-awaited Indian Premier League 2020 (IPL 2020) also got a launch date from Indian cricket officials. While IPL 2020 was originally intended to commence on March 29 in India, it will w be played between September 19 and vember 8 in United Arab Emirates (UAE). All IPL 2020 matches will be available for live streaming on Disney+Hotstar.

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