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RCB sold for $1.78 bn to Aditya Birla, Times of India-led consortium

Bengaluru-based franchise is being acquired from United Spirits Limited (USL), a subsidiary of Diageo plc, in a deal that values RCB at $1.78 billion (around ₹16,600 crore)

RCB sold for $1.78 bn to Aditya Birla, Times of India-led consortium
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 10:55 PM IST

Aditya Birla Group, Times, Blackstone consortium to buy RCB for ₹16,600 cr

Deal includes men's and women's teams as United Spirits exits franchise ownership amid strategic portfolio review of non-core businesses

Aditya Birla Group, Times, Blackstone consortium to buy RCB for ₹16,600 cr
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 10:32 PM IST

Duckett pulls out of IPL 2026, likely to be banned for 2027, 2028 seasons

Under IPL regulations, players who pull out after being picked at auction without a valid injury or medical reason risk suspension from participating in the next two auctions

Duckett pulls out of IPL 2026, likely to be banned for 2027, 2028 seasons
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 7:33 PM IST

IPL 2026 news: RR acquired by Kal Somani in USD 1.6 Billion; Yash ruled out for RCB

Malinga, a 25-year-old pacer, is set to join Sunrisers Hyderabad in Hyderabad, alongside Kamindu Mendis, who has already received approval.

IPL 2026 news: RR acquired by Kal Somani in USD 1.6 Billion; Yash ruled out for RCB
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 6:07 PM IST

Kal Somani buys IPL team Rajasthan Royals in landmark $1.6 bn deal

Somani, who previously held a minority stake in the franchise, will now lead a consortium that includes backing from Walmart-linked investors, along with prominent American business families.

Kal Somani buys IPL team Rajasthan Royals in landmark $1.6 bn deal
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 5:58 PM IST

Gujarat Titans management highlight culture and fan bond ahead of IPL 2026

Shaan Mehta added, "GT is an emotion, and the fans are at the centre of that. Without them, success would not hold the same meaning.

Gujarat Titans management highlight culture and fan bond ahead of IPL 2026
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

IPL 2026: Not just here to participate - Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra

Since their inaugural season in 2022, the Titans have built a strong record, reaching the playoffs in three of their first four seasons and lifting the trophy in their very first campaign.

IPL 2026: Not just here to participate - Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

Matchday practice to jerseys: BCCI introduces new guidelines for IPL 2026

Teams will only be allowed to use their allotted areas, and sharing of practice wickets with the opposition remains prohibited.

Matchday practice to jerseys: BCCI introduces new guidelines for IPL 2026
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

IPL 2026: DC Playing 11 probables, players' salary, timings, live streaming

Delhi Capitals will take on Lucknow Super Giants in their opening match of IPL 2026 on April 1

IPL 2026: DC Playing 11 probables, players' salary, timings, live streaming
Updated On : 23 Mar 2026 | 5:11 PM IST

IPL 2026 news: DC share update on Mitchell Starc; Ashwin's bold take on Arjun Tendulkar

Lucknow Super Giants already have a formidable pace attack, and according to former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, this could make it tough for Arjun Tendulkar to find a place in the playing XI.

IPL 2026 news: DC share update on Mitchell Starc; Ashwin's bold take on Arjun Tendulkar
Updated On : 23 Mar 2026 | 5:04 PM IST