Cricket gain huge fan following after introduction of short format (T20) matches and leagues. If we talk about most successful and popular T20 leagues in cricket IPL stands at first place. Indian Premier League began in 2008 and the attendance of cricket fan surprise the world. Big Bash T20 league which held each year in Australia stands second in popularity on base of fans prominence in ground.
Ranking | T20 Leagues | Attendance (Per match) | Total Attendance | Points |
1 | Indian Premier League | 35,000 | 1,567,543 | 10 |
2 | Big Bash T20 League | 30,000 | 1,053,997 | 9.5 |
3 | Bangladesh Premier League | 21,825 | 742,000 | 8 |
4 | Natwest T20 Blast | 6,639 | 883,000 | 7.5 |
5 | Caribbean Premier League | 8,533 | 250,754 | 6 |
6 | Pakistan Super League | 10,000 | 218,700 | 5.5 |
7 | Ram Slam T20 Challenge | 5,000 | 200,000 | 4 |
8 | Sri Lanka Premier League | 4,800 | 180,000 | 3.5 |
9 | T20 Global League | N/A | N/A | N/A |
10 | Champions League T20 | 30,575 (2014) | 650,000 (2014) | 8.5 |
Indian Premier League: Average Attendance (35,000): Total Attendance Record (1,567,543):
After the first tournament held in year 2008, IPL becomes one of the most watched cricket leagues in the world. In next few years BCCI improves allot of things to make it more successful. IPL paid big money to foreign and Indian cricketers. Many controversies held about corruption but still the cricket crazy nation give backup. In normal match the average attendance is between (29,500-35,000). The attendance increased in the playoff’s and finals upto (60,000) per match.
Big Bash T20 League: Average Attendance (30,000): Total Attendance Record (1,053,997):
Big Bash T20 League made great impact on cricket fans. The second most successful cricket league in the world. Almost 30,000 per match attendance ratio which makes it profitable league too. Now doors are open for the foreign players. Recently the league is played by top cricketers like (Shahid Afridi, Chris Gayle, and Kumara Sangakara).