Aditya Birla Group Acquires RCB Franchise

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) franchise has reportedly been acquired by a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group. The consortium also includes Satyan Gajwani of the Times of India Group, Blackstone the world’s largest private equity firm and American sports investor David Blitzer.

According to reports, RCB has been sold for approximately ₹16,705 crore through this consortium. The franchise, which was valued at around ₹446 crore in 2008, has seen a massive rise in its valuation, reaching nearly ₹16,705 crore by 2026.

This significant growth in the franchise’s value highlights the increasing brand strength of the IPL and the rising market appeal of its teams over the years. The deal is being viewed as a major development in the sports investment sector.