After winning the IPL 2025 trophy, RCB has become the most valuable team. It has overtaken MI and CSK, who have won 5 trophies each. The business value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has reached $18.5 billion (about Rs 1.56 lakh crore) in 2025. This is 12.9% more than last year. According to a study by global investment bank Houlihan Lokey, the brand value of IPL itself has also increased by 13.8% to $3.9 billion (?33 thousand crores). Advertising, viewership and investor interest this season have led to an increase in brand value. The final played between Punjab and Bangalore on June 3 surpassed the T20 match between India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy in terms of viewership. ??????RCB at number one, beat MI and CSK in brand value For the first time in the 2025 season, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has become the most valuable franchise. RCB’s brand value has increased from $227 million (?1,946 crores) to $269 million (?2,307 crores). The team’s winning the first IPL title was the reason for the increase in valuation. In the list, Mumbai Indians (MI) are second with $242 million (?2,075 crores) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are third with $235 million (?2,015 crores). Punjab Kings’ growth is the fastest, reaching the final has had the effect of increasing the brand value of Punjab Kings (PBKS) by a tremendous 39.6%. It has become $141 million (?12,08 crores). This growth has come from the team reaching the final, buying big players in the auction and digital engagement. Apart from this, Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad are also included in the top-5. Earnings increased from sponsorship and ad revenue IPL 2025 earned $600 million (about Rs 5 thousand crores) from sponsorship and advertising, which is 50% more than last year. BCCI raised Rs 1,485 crore by making My11Circle, Angel One, Rupay and CEAT associate sponsors. Tata Group has also extended the title sponsorship for Rs 2,500 crore till 2028. IPL 2025 final set a record in viewership This time the IPL final (RCB vs PBKS) was watched by 67.8 crore people, which is a new record for any T20 match. Its viewership was more than the T20 match played between India and Pakistan in February 2025. This match was watched by about 60 crore people. Valuation will increase further if cricket is included in Olympics The global appeal of IPL is also growing steadily. Franchises like Punjab Kings are now running teams in the Caribbean Premier League as well and are focusing on digital fan engagement. IPL seasons may get longer in the coming years and the inclusion of cricket in the Olympics may further increase its value. ———————————————————– Read this news also United Spirits refutes reports of selling RCB: Said- no such talks are going on; deal was claimed for ? 17 thousand crores United Spirits, the company that makes McDowell’s whiskey, has termed reports of selling IPL team Royal Challengers Bangalore as false. The company said- We would like to inform that reports of selling stake in RCB are completely based on speculation. The company is not holding any such discussions. Read full news…
