Excitement and speculation are mounting in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as reports suggest that the Rajasthan Royals (RR), champions of the inaugural 2008 IPL season, are now considering a sale. This news emerges shortly after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) officially announced their intention to explore a sale, indicating a significant shift in IPL team ownership dynamics. Both franchises appear poised to capitalize on the unprecedented financial boom and high valuations currently characterizing the IPL.
The whispers of a Rajasthan Royals sale intensified following a social media statement from industrialist Harsh Goenka. He suggested that both RCB and RR were up for grabs, implying a strategic move by owners to realize substantial profits from the league’s soaring franchise values. Diageo, RCB’s parent company, has publicly acknowledged a strategic review process that could culminate in a sale by early 2026. However, concrete official statements from the Rajasthan Royals ownership regarding their sale are yet to be made. The immense market value of IPL franchises is the central driver for these potential divestments. RCB is reportedly aiming for a valuation of approximately USD 2 billion, further enhanced by their recent 2025 championship title. The Rajasthan Royals, with their current ownership structure including Royals Sports Group and minority investors, are likely seeing this as an opportune moment to exit and secure a profitable return on their investment during this historic high for the IPL.