Aditya Birla Group acquires RCB cricket team for $1.78 billion

Aditya Birla Group acquires RCB cricket team for $1.78 billion

In a historic shift for Indian cricket, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise has been acquired by a powerful consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group.

orgRoyal Challengers Bengaluru
orgAditya Birla Group

Valued at $1.78 billion, this transaction stands as the most expensive sale in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.

orgIndian Premier League

The deal involves purchasing 100% equity from United Spirits Limited, covering both the men's IPL and women's WPL teams.

orgUnited Spirits Limited
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The new leadership includes Aryaman Vikram Birla as Chairman and Satyan Gajwani as Vice-Chairman, who have confirmed that the team's identity will remain unchanged.

personAryaman Vikram Birla
personSatyan Gajwani

Notably, RCB is currently a dominant force in the league, holding both the 2025 men's IPL title and the 2026 women's WPL title.

orgWPL

As the franchise transitions to this new ownership, the deal awaits final approvals from the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

orgBoard of Control for Cricket in India
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What is the total value of the acquisition of the RCB franchise?

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1.78 billion

Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the RCB franchise?

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Aryaman Vikram Birla

From whom did the consortium purchase the RCB franchise?

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United Spirits Limited

Which title does the RCB women's team currently hold?

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2026 WPL title

What is the main reason cited for the record-breaking value of IPL franchises?

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Growing commercial power and fan engagement

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