Cricket Media - BRICS

  • BRICS
  • Revenue in the Cricket Media market is projected to reach US$1.27bn in 2025.
  • Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2025-2029) of 2.47%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$1.40bn by 2029.
  • In global comparison, most revenue will be generated in India (US$1,208,000.00k in 2025).
  • The average revenue per user (ARPU) in the Cricket Media market is projected to amount to US$15.78 in 2025.
  • In the Cricket Media market, the number of users is expected to amount to 85.1m users by 2029.
  • User penetration in the Cricket Media market will be at 2.4% in 2025.
 
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Analyst Opinion

The Cricket Media market is facing a subdued growth rate in BRICS nan, likely due to factors such as limited adoption of digital technologies and lower health awareness among consumers. However, online services continue to offer convenience for cricket fans, potentially driving some growth in the market.

Customer preferences:
In the BRICS countries, there is a growing interest in cricket, particularly among the youth demographic. With this trend, the Cricket Media Market is seeing a rise in demand for digital content and online streaming services. This is driven by the increasing adoption of digital devices and changing media consumption patterns. Additionally, there is a notable shift towards personalized and interactive elements in cricket coverage, catering to the changing tastes and preferences of the younger audience. This opens up opportunities for innovative and immersive experiences in the Cricket Market within the Sports Market.

Trends in the market:
In BRICS, the Cricket Media Market is experiencing a surge in digital media platforms, with more fans consuming live matches, highlights, and analysis through streaming services and mobile apps. In India, there is high demand for fantasy cricket games, while Brazil and South Africa are witnessing a rise in online sports betting. This trend is expected to continue, with the increasing availability of high-speed internet and affordable smartphones in these regions. However, it also raises concerns about piracy and competitive pricing among media companies.

Local special circumstances:
In South Africa, the Cricket Media Market is heavily influenced by the countrys rich cricketing history and strong fan base. This has led to a demand for high-quality content and coverage of cricket matches, both domestic and international. Additionally, the market is impacted by the countrys diverse and multilingual population, leading to a need for localized and culturally relevant content. The regulatory landscape also plays a role, with broadcasting rights and distribution channels being highly regulated. These unique factors shape the dynamics of the Cricket Media Market in South Africa, setting it apart from other markets within the Sports Market.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Cricket Media Market of the Cricket Market within the Sports Market is also impacted by macroeconomic factors such as technological advancements, government support, and investment in sports infrastructure. Countries with supportive policies and robust investment in cricket infrastructure are witnessing higher market growth compared to nations with limited funding and regulatory challenges. Furthermore, the rising popularity of cricket as a sport globally and the increasing number of cricket fans are contributing to the growth of the market.

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B revenues. Figures are based on media spending from businesses to several clubs. That also includes the revenues from advertising as this is part of media and broadcasting contracts the individual clubs have with their respective leagues.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a top-down approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, price per ticket, price on sport goods). In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, number of internet users, and internet consumption. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function or linear forecasting, as it fits the development of either strong growing markets or more sophistacted and saturated markets, such as soccer in Europe.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad hoc basis (e.g., when new, relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development). We also account for the different cycles of international tournaments, such as world cups or continent cups. Consumer Insights data is reweighted for representativeness.

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