IPL Team Owners

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IPL Team Owners (Source:@Rokte_Amarr_KKR,x.com)IPL Team Owners (Source:@Rokte_Amarr_KKR,x.com)

The Indian Premier League (IPL) represents not just top T20 cricketing action but also a significant commercial powerhouse within the global sports industry. Founded in 2007 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and kicking off its inaugural season in 2008, the IPL has evolved into a cultural phenomenon as it has merged the excitement of cricket with the glamour typically associated with global entertainment events.

Moreover, the brand value of IPL has also skyrocketed since its inception.

At the heart of the IPL's staggering rise in both value and influence are its team owners, which is a mix of prominent industrialists, Bollywood celebrities, and business moguls, who have been instrumental in driving the league's growth. Here’s all IPL team owners list.

Chennai Super Kings Owner - N. Srinivasan (USD 225 million)

Chennai Super Kings Owner - N. Srinivasan (Source:@Khabarfast,x.com)Chennai Super Kings Owner - N. Srinivasan (Source:@Khabarfast,x.com)

Chennai Super Kings (CSK), one of the most successful and beloved franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), is owned by Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd., a subsidiary of India Cements Ltd., which is led by former ICC Chairman N. Srinivasan. As of 2025, according to reports, the CSK's brand value is approximately USD 225 million (INR 1,870 crore). 

Under his stewardship, CSK has not only emerged as a powerhouse on the field, clinching the IPL title five times (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023).

Mumbai Indians Owner - Reliance Industries (USD 119 million)

Mumbai Indians Owner - Mukesh Ambani & Nita Ambani (Source:@IMManu_18,x.com)Mumbai Indians Owner - Mukesh Ambani & Nita Ambani (Source:@IMManu_18,x.com)

Mumbai Indians (MI) is owned by India's wealthiest conglomerate, Reliance Industries, helmed by Mukesh Ambani and his wife, Nita Ambani, who plays an active role in the team's management and operations. According to reports, the MI's estimated brand value is USD 119.

Since its inception, Mumbai Indians have captured the IPL title five times—2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2020.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Owner - United Spirits Limited ($269 million)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Owner - United Spirits Limited (Source:@uf2151593,x.com)Royal Challengers Bengaluru Owner - United Spirits Limited (Source:@uf2151593,x.com)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is one of the most exciting teams in the IPL and recently won the IPL title, boosting their brand value. 

The team is owned by United Spirits Limited (USL), part of the British company Diageo. USL took full ownership of RCB after Vijay Mallya left due to legal issues. As of 2025, RCB's brand value is estimated at US$269 million (around ₹2,259 crore).

It is important to note that RCB's valuation saw a significant rise of 18.5% from the previous year.

Punjab Kings Owner - Preity Zinta ($1.195 billion)

Punjab Kings Owner - Preity Zinta (Source:@cricsohu,x.com)Punjab Kings Owner - Preity Zinta (Source:@cricsohu,x.com)

Punjab Kings (PBKS) IPL team owners are Bollywood actress Preity Zinta, business tycoon Ness Wadia, co-owner of the Wadia Group, Mohit Burman of the Dabur Group, and Karan Paul, chairman of the Apeejay Surrendra Group. The Kings, however, haven’t tasted IPL glory yet.

According to recent report, Punjab Kings' brand value is  is ₹1,195 crore ($1.195 billion).

Kolkata Knight Riders Owner - Shah Rukh Khan ($109 million)

Kolkata Knight Riders Owner - Shah Rukh Khan (Source:@KnightsVibe,x.com)Kolkata Knight Riders Owner - Shah Rukh Khan (Source:@KnightsVibe,x.com)

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is co-owned by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, actress Juhi Chawla, and her spouse Jay Mehta. This ownership trio has successfully created a franchise that is not only competitive on the cricket field but also immensely popular off it.

 As of 2025, the brand value of Kolkata Knight Riders stands approximately around $109 million (around INR 900-943 crore).

Delhi Capitals Owner - GMR Group and JSW Sports ($152 million)

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As of 2025, the Delhi Capitals IPL team boasts an impressive brand value estimated at $152 million. Co-owned by two financially robust entities, the GMR Group and JSW Sports, the Delhi Capitals benefit from the expertise and resources of these leading organizations, which are well-regarded in the realms of sports and infrastructure development.

Rajasthan Royals Owner - Manoj Badale ($146 million)

Rajasthan Royals Owner - Manoj Badale (Source:@RiserAbhiram,x.com) Rajasthan Royals Owner - Manoj Badale (Source:@RiserAbhiram,x.com)

Rajasthan Royals (RR), renowned for its spirited and innovative approach to the game, is owned by high-profile individuals, including Manoj Badale (co-founder of Blenheim Chalcot, a venture capital firm), Lachlan Murdoch (part of the Murdoch media dynasty), Amisha Hathiramani, and Ryan Tkalcevic. 

The Royals have a storied history in the IPL, marked by their unexpected win in the inaugural season of 2008. As of this year, RR's estimated value is $146 million.

SunRisers Hyderabad Owner - Kavya Maran ($154 million)

SunRisers Hyderabad Owner - Kavya Maran (Source:@RoyalsFansArmy,x.com)SunRisers Hyderabad Owner - Kavya Maran (Source:@RoyalsFansArmy,x.com)

SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) has witnessed a significant evolution in its ownership over the years. Initially, the team was launched as Deccan Chargers, owned by Deccan Chronicle Holdings Limited, and participated in the IPL from 2008 to 2012. Following financial challenges and subsequent ownership change, the franchise was acquired by the SUN Group led by Kavya Maran. 

Her net worth is over ₹400 crore, while her father, Kalanithi Maran, has a net worth of around ₹19,000 crore. As of July 2025, the brand value of Sunrisers Hyderabad as an IPL franchise was ₹1,291 crore.

Gujarat Titans Owner - CVC Capital Partners (US$69 Million)

Gujarat Titans Owner - CVC Capital Partners (Source:@gujarattitansipl,x.com)Gujarat Titans Owner - CVC Capital Partners (Source:@gujarattitansipl,x.com)

CVC Capitals emerged as a formidable force in the IPL by acquiring the newest franchise, Gujarat Titans (GT), through a highly competitive bidding process ahead of IPL 2022. Demonstrating their strong financial backing and commitment to cricket, CVC Capitals secured ownership with an impressive bid of INR 5625 crores (over 692 million USD).

Lucknow Super Giants Owner -  Sanjiv Goenka ($102 million)

Lucknow Super Giants Owner - Sanjiv Goenka (Source:@LucknowIPL,x.com)Lucknow Super Giants Owner - Sanjiv Goenka (Source:@LucknowIPL,x.com)

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), an emergent force within the IPL, is backed by the RPSG Group, led by entrepreneur Sanjiv Goenka. This ownership materialized following a highly competitive auction process for new IPL teams conducted by the BCCI in Dubai on October 25, 2021.

FAQs: IPL Team Owners

Q.1. Who in the owner of Chennai Super Kings?

Answer: Chennai Super Kings is owned by N. Srinivasan, head of India Cements.

Q.2. Who is the richest IPL owner?

Answer: Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries and the owner of Mumbai Indians is the richest IPL owner.

Q.3. Who is the owner of Rajasthan Royals IPL team?

Answer: Rajasthan Royals is owned by a group of investors including Manoj Badale, Lachlan Murdoch, Amisha Hathiramani, and Ryan Tkalcevic. 

Q.4. Who is RCB owner and what is the franchise's brand value?

Answer: Contrary to the common belief that Vijay Mallya still owns RCB, the franchise is actually owned by United Spirits Ltd.