IPL’s Biggest Deal Incoming? Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) may soon get new owners! Manchester United’s owners have reportedly placed a massive ₹16,300 crore bid to buy the IPL champion franchise.
Who Made the Huge Bid? The Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, have submitted a $1.8 billion offer through their investment firm. This is one of the highest bids in the race to buy RCB.
Why Is RCB Being Sold? RCB’s current owners started reviewing the franchise sale after its historic 2025 IPL title win. The team’s growing popularity and brand value have made it extremely attractive to global investors.
Global Billionaires in the Race At least 9 major investors from around the world are interested in buying RCB. Bids are reportedly between $1 billion and $1.8 billion, making it one of the biggest deals in cricket history.
What Happens Next? The bidding process is still ongoing. If the Glazers win, it could become one of the biggest cross-sport deals ever—connecting football and cricket under one powerful global brand.