Top 10 Most Viewed Live Streams on YouTube

Live streaming is a popular form of online entertainment, where viewers can watch their favorite content creators, celebrities, or events in real time. YouTube is one of the most popular platforms for live streaming, with millions of hours of live content watched every month. But what are the most viewed live streams on YouTube ever? In this blog post, we will look at the top 10 most viewed live streams on YouTube, based on the peak number of concurrent viewers. We will also explore what makes these live streams so appealing and successful.

10. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Indonesia – 431.6K Peak Viewers

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is a popular mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game, especially in Southeast Asia. The game has a competitive esports scene, with various tournaments and leagues. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Indonesia channel, which broadcasted the MPL Indonesia Season 7 playoffs on April 25, 2021. The stream attracted 431.6K peak viewers, making it the 10th most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

9. ФЕЙГИН LIVE – 477.8K Peak Viewers

ФЕЙГИН LIVE is a Russian YouTube channel that hosts political discussions and interviews with various public figures. The channel is run by Mark Feygin, a lawyer and activist who is known for defending political prisoners and human rights activists in Russia. On April 18, 2021, the channel hosted a conversation between Feygin and Aleksei Arestovich, a Ukrainian politician and military expert. The topic of the discussion was the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, and the possible scenarios of a military conflict. The stream drew 477.8K peak viewers, making it the ninth most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

8. Law & Crime Network – 509.9K Peak Viewers

Law & Crime Network is a YouTube channel that covers high-profile trials and legal news in the United States. The channel provides live coverage and analysis of various court cases, as well as interviews with legal experts and commentators. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the Law & Crime Network’s coverage of the ninth day of the trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, which took place on July 15, 2020. The trial was a libel case brought by Depp against The Sun newspaper, which had called him a “wife beater” in an article about his relationship with Heard. The stream attracted 509.9K peak viewers, making it the eighth most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

7. GrandTV – 569K Peak Viewers

GrandTV is a Thai YouTube channel that broadcasts various entertainment shows and events, such as beauty pageants, concerts, and sports. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the GrandTV’s broadcast of the final of Miss Universe Thailand 2020, which took place on October 10, 2020. The stream featured the crowning of Amanda Obdam as the winner of the pageant, who went on to represent Thailand at the Miss Universe 2020 contest. The stream drew 569K peak viewers, making it the seventh most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

6. ABS-CBN Entertainment – 582.5K Peak Viewers

ABS-CBN Entertainment is a Filipino YouTube channel that produces and distributes various television shows and programs, such as dramas, comedies, reality shows, and talk shows. The channel is part of ABS-CBN Corporation, one of the largest media conglomerates in the Philippines. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the ABS-CBN Entertainment’s broadcast of the coronation night of Miss Universe Philippines 2020, which took place on October 25, 2020. The stream featured the crowning of Rabiya Mateo as the winner of the pageant, who went on to represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2020 contest. The stream attracted 582.5K peak viewers, making it the sixth most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

5. Cariocão TV – 584.9K Peak Viewers

Cariocão TV is a Brazilian YouTube channel that broadcasts various sports events and competitions, especially related to football (soccer). The channel is affiliated with FERJ (Federação de Futebol do Estado do Rio de Janeiro), which is the governing body of football in Rio de Janeiro state. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the Cariocão TV’s broadcast of the final match of Carioca Championship (Rio de Janeiro State Football Championship) between Flamengo and Fluminense, which took place on May 22, 2021. The match ended with Flamengo winning by 3-1 over Fluminense, securing their third consecutive title in the tournament. The stream drew 584.9K peak viewers, making it the fifth most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

4. MPL Indonesia – 942.6K Peak Viewers

MPL Indonesia is an Indonesian YouTube channel that broadcasts the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Indonesia, which is the official esports league for the game in the country. The channel features live matches, highlights, interviews, and analysis of the league. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the MPL Indonesia’s broadcast of the second day of the MPL Indonesia Season 9 playoffs, which took place on June 25, 2021. The stream featured four matches between the top eight teams in the league, with EVOS Legends, Bigetron Alpha, RRQ Hoshi, and Alter Ego advancing to the next round. The stream attracted 942.6K peak viewers, making it the fourth most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

3. Brawl Stars – 1M Peak Viewers

Brawl Stars is a mobile multiplayer online shooter game developed and published by Supercell, the same company behind Clash of Clans and Clash Royale. The game has a vibrant esports scene, with various tournaments and leagues around the world. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the Brawl Stars’ broadcast of the premiere of Brawl Talk: Jurassic Splash!, which took place on June 26, 2021. The stream was a 10-minute video that revealed the upcoming updates and features for the game, such as new brawlers, skins, maps, modes, and events. The stream drew 1M peak viewers, making it the third most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

2. Jun channel – 10.9M Peak Viewers

Jun channel is a Japanese YouTube channel that belongs to Jun Yoshizuki, one-half of the vlogging duo Rachel & Jun. The channel features various videos about Jun’s life in Japan, such as cooking, gardening, traveling, and interacting with his cats. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the Jun channel’s broadcast of Jun’s attempt to make a giant rice cracker (senbei), which took place on April 10, 2021. The stream lasted for over six hours, as Jun tried to cook a huge piece of rice dough over a fire pit in his backyard. The stream attracted 10.9M peak viewers, making it the second most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

1. CazéTV – 6.1M Peak Viewers

CazéTV is a Brazilian YouTube channel that belongs to Cazé Peçanha, a television presenter and journalist. The channel features various videos about sports, entertainment, and culture, as well as live broadcasts of major events. One of the most watched live streams on YouTube was the CazéTV’s broadcast of the quarter-final match between Brazil and Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2022, which took place on July 8, 2022. The match ended with Belgium winning by 2-1 over Brazil, eliminating them from the tournament. The stream drew 6.1M peak viewers, making it the most viewed live stream on YouTube ever.

These are the top 10 most viewed live streams on YouTube ever, as of July 2021. As you can see, these live streams cover a wide range of topics and genres, from gaming and esports to beauty and politics. What they have in common is that they are able to capture the attention and interest of millions of viewers around the world, who tune in to watch them live and interact with them through chat and comments. Live streaming is a powerful form of online media that can create a sense of community and engagement among viewers and creators.

FAQs

Q: How are peak viewers calculated for live streams?

A: Peak viewers are calculated by taking the highest number of concurrent viewers that a live stream has at any given moment during its duration.

Q: How can I watch live streams on YouTube?

A: You can watch live streams on YouTube by browsing the Live tab on the homepage or searching for specific channels or topics that interest you. You can also subscribe to channels that you like and turn on notifications to get alerted when they go live.

Q: How can I start my own live stream on YouTube?

A: You can start your own live stream on YouTube by using a computer or a mobile device that has a camera and a microphone. You will also need a stable internet connection and a YouTube account that is verified and enabled for live streaming. You can find more details and instructions on how to set up your live stream here.