| MUMBAI:
IPL 2 has drawn in lower viewership ratings for the final match than its earlier
version, according to Tam data for the six metros. The
final contest between Deccan Chargers and Royal Challengers Bangalore on 24 May
garnered a TVR of 10.7, as against 11.69 in the inaugural edition fought between
Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals.
Bangalore clocked the highest ratings with a TVR of 14.95. Mumbai came second
with 13.22 TVR, while Hyderabad, the home city of Deccan Chargers, fetched a TVR
of 11.58. 
A
total of 17.5 million viewers watched the match while reach in the six metros
stood at 29 per cent, according to Tam data. |