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Royal Challengers Bengaluru Overtakes Chennai Super Kings To Become The Most Valuable IPL Franchise

Royal Challengers Bengaluru has emerged as the most valuable IPL franchise, with a brand value of $269 million, according to Houlihan Lokey’s 2025 IPL Brand Valuation Study. RCB’s historic maiden title win earlier this year has played a significant role in boosting its value by 12.9%. The overall valuation of the Indian Premier League now stands at $3.9 billion, with Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings rounding out the top three most valuable franchises.

Diageo plc Planning To Sell Royal Challengers Bengaluru For A Value Of $2 Billion

Diageo plc, through its India unit United Spirits Ltd., is reportedly looking to sell its IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at a valuation of $2 billion. The move comes shortly after RCB clinched their first-ever IPL title and amid increasing regulatory pressure on alcohol and tobacco brand visibility in Indian sports. RCB, which has cricket superstar Virat Kohli on its roster and leads IPL franchises in Instagram followers, was originally bought in 2008 by Vijay Mallya’s UB Group.

Ishan Mulchandani On Cricketing Roots, Red-Ball Love And Mentorship From Legends

From idolizing Rahul Dravid to being mentored by Kapil Dev, SOBO Mumbai Falcon’s young cricketer Ishan Mulchandani is living a dream every aspiring player relates to. In this exclusive conversation, he opens up about his journey from school-level cricket to being in contention for Mumbai’s top teams, his love for red-ball cricket, the thrill of playing in the Mumbai T20 league, and the calm influence of Shreyas Iyer.

Shreyas Iyer Becomes First Captain To Steer Three Different Teams Into IPL Finals

Shreyas Iyer delivered a captain’s knock to guide Punjab Kings to their first IPL final since 2014, chasing down a formidable 203 against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2025. With an unbeaten 87 and sharp leadership, Shreyas not only scripted the highest successful chase in IPL playoff history but also became the first player to lead three different teams into an IPL final. As PBKS gear up to face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final, Shreyas stands on the brink of a historic title win.

Rohit Sharma Stars As Mumbai Indians Defeat Gujarat Titans In IPL 2025 Eliminator

n a high-stakes IPL 2025 Eliminator, former skipper Rohit Sharma silenced critics with a scintillating 81 as Mumbai Indians outclassed Gujarat Titans by 20 runs. Backed by aggressive cameos and disciplined bowling, MI posted their highest total of the season and marched into Qualifier 2, ending GT’s campaign.

IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Inch Closer To Maiden Title With A Thumping Win Over Punjab Kings

RCB produced a clinical all-round performance to crush PBKS by 8 wickets in Qualifier-1 of IPL 2025. Bowling Punjab out for just 101 in 14.1 overs, RCB chased the target in only 10 overs, led by Phil Salt’s blistering 56 off 27. Suyash Sharma was named Player of the Match for his 3-wicket haul, as Bengaluru booked their place in the IPL final for the first time.

IPL 2025: Punjab Kings And Royal Challengers Bengaluru Face-Off For A Place In Final

Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set for a high-stakes clash in Qualifier-1 of IPL 2025 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh. With both teams eyeing their first-ever IPL title, captains Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar will lead star-studded lineups in a bid to seal a spot in the final. The batting firepower of Shreyas and Kohli, along with strong supporting acts, promises a thrilling contest, but it may ultimately be the bowlers who determine the outcome in this tightly contested face-off.

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