The decisive third game between Texas and Texas Tech in the 2025 Women's College World Series championship was the most-viewed softball game ever, according to a graphic shared by ESPN Public Relations on social media. The game, which aired on ESPN, averaged 2.4 million viewers. Its viewership peaked at 2.7 million, Nielsen Ratings show.

Two programs pursuing their first national championship and the star power of Texas Tech pitcher NiJaree Canady compelled viewers to tune in.

The final WCWS game between the Longhorns and Red Raiders was the most-watched college softball game ever to air on ESPN.