United Spirits Limited sold the Bengaluru-based franchise for a staggering $1.78 billion to a consortium. The purchasing group includes the Aditya Birla Group and the Times of India Group. This ownership transfer comes just days before RCB’s first match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2026.
"If only they could give 0.5% to @KNCBcricket we could close the gap to full members and make the sport so much more global @RCBTweets," Paul Van Meekeren wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter).
— Paul van Meekeren (@paulvanmeekeren) March 24, 2026
Under the new ownership structure, Aditya Birla Group director Aryaman Vikram Birla will serve as the chairman of RCB. Meanwhile, Times Group representative Satyan Gajwani will take on the vice-chairman role to guide both the men’s and women’s teams through the new corporate era.
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Paul van Meekeren and his teammates gave Pakistan a tough challenge and also put in a commendable effort against India. Their performances highlighted the growing strength of associate nations on the global stage.
RCB Sale Highlights IPL’s Growing Financial Power
United Spirits Limited began a strategic review of its franchise stake last November as part of a broader business decision.
Investment bank Houlihan Lokey recently valued the Indian Premier League at an impressive $18.5 billion, driven by strong team revenues and high-value broadcasting deals.
This was not the only major ownership shift in the IPL. A US-based consortium led by Kal Somani also acquired Rajasthan Royals for $1.63 billion. These billion-dollar deals reflect the IPL’s growing global appeal and financial strength ahead of the 2026 season.
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