The Indian Premier League (IPL) has become one of the world’s biggest cricket tournaments — a perfect mix of sports, entertainment, and business. Beyond the thrilling matches and star players, the billion-dollar league is powered by some of India’s and the world’s most influential business groups and celebrities.
As we move into IPL 2026, the league continues to feature 10 franchises, each backed by prominent business tycoons, corporate houses, and celebrities. Let’s take a detailed look at the owners of all IPL 2026 teams, their companies, and brand values.
IPL 2026 Team Owners List
| Team | Owner(s) | Company / Group | Home Ground |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | Mukesh Ambani & Nita Ambani | Reliance Industries Ltd (Indiawin Sports) | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | N. Srinivasan | India Cements Ltd | M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
| Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) | Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Jay Mehta | Knight Riders Sports Pvt. Ltd (Red Chillies Entertainment & Mehta Group) | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | United Spirits (Diageo India) | Royal Challengers Sports Pvt. Ltd | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru |
| Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) | Sanjiv Goenka | RPSG Group | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | Sudhir Mehta & Karan Adani | CVC Capital Partners / Adani Group (New Stake as of 2025) | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | Parth Jindal & Kiran Kumar Grandhi | JSW Group & GMR Group | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Mohit Burman, Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta, Karan Paul | KPH Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd | PCA IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Manoj Badale, Lachlan Murdoch | Emerging Media (IPL) Ltd | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Kalanithi Maran | SUN TV Network | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad |
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1. Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Owner: Mukesh Ambani & Nita Ambani
- Company: Reliance Industries Ltd (Indiawin Sports Pvt. Ltd)
- Home Ground: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Titles Won: 5 (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020)
The Ambani family owns the Mumbai Indians — the most successful team in IPL history. Under the leadership of Nita Ambani and Akash Ambani, MI has become a global sports brand, even owning international teams like MI Cape Town (SA20) and MI New York (MLC).
2. Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
- Owner: N. Srinivasan
- Company: India Cements Ltd (through Chennai Super Kings Cricket Ltd)
- Home Ground: M.A. Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Titles Won: 5 (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023)
The legendary Chennai Super Kings, led by former captain MS Dhoni for years, is owned by N. Srinivasan’s India Cements. CSK is one of the most consistent and beloved IPL teams with a strong fan base known as the “Yellow Army.”
3. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Owners: Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Jay Mehta
- Company: Knight Riders Sports Pvt. Ltd
- Home Ground: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Titles Won: 3 (2012, 2014, 2024)
KKR is the perfect mix of cricket and Bollywood glamour. Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment (55%) and Mehta Group (45%) jointly own the franchise. Their global brand has expanded to include Trinbago Knight Riders (CPL), Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ILT20), and LA Knight Riders (MLC).
4. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Owners: United Spirits Limited (a Diageo Group company)
Home Ground: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Captain (2025): Rajat Patidar
Titles Won: 1 (2025) and (Runners-up in 2009, 2011, 2016)
After years of near misses, Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally ended their long wait for an IPL trophy in 2025 under Rajat Patidar’s captaincy. The side played fearless cricket throughout the season, with strong performances from Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and Mohammed Siraj. Their historic victory made 2025 a memorable year for RCB fans, cementing Patidar’s name in franchise history.
5. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
- Owner: Sanjiv Goenka
- Company: RPSG Group
- Home Ground: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium, Lucknow
- Titles Won: 0 (Playoff finishes in 2022 & 2023)
The RPSG Group, led by Sanjiv Goenka, owns the Lucknow franchise. LSG made an instant impact since joining IPL in 2022. The group also owns the Rising Pune Supergiant, which played in IPL 2016–17.
6. Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Owners: Sudhir Mehta, Karan Adani
- Company: CVC Capital Partners (in partnership with Adani Group since 2025)
- Home Ground: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Titles Won: 1 (2022)
Gujarat Titans quickly became one of IPL’s most successful debut franchises. Originally owned by CVC Capital Partners, the team saw Adani Group join ownership in 2025, expanding their financial and sporting strength.
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7. Delhi Capitals (DC)
- Owners: Parth Jindal & Kiran Kumar Grandhi
- Company: JSW Sports & GMR Group
- Home Ground: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- Titles Won: 0 (Runners-up 2020)
Delhi Capitals represents a strong collaboration between JSW Group and GMR Group, each holding 50% ownership. Their young and aggressive squad, led by Indian stars like Rishabh Pant, has transformed Delhi’s cricketing identity.
8. Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Owners: Mohit Burman, Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta, Karan Paul
- Company: KPH Dream Cricket Pvt. Ltd
- Home Ground: IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
- Titles Won: 0 (Runners-up 2014)
Punjab Kings blend business brains and Bollywood charm. Co-owned by Preity Zinta, Mohit Burman (Dabur India), Ness Wadia (Britannia), and Karan Paul (Apeejay Surrendra Group), PBKS remains one of the most recognized teams in the IPL.
9. Rajasthan Royals (RR)
- Owners: Manoj Badale, Lachlan Murdoch
- Company: Emerging Media (IPL) Ltd
- Home Ground: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Titles Won: 1 (2008)
The first-ever IPL champion, Rajasthan Royals, is primarily owned by Manoj Badale with stake partnerships from Lachlan Murdoch and others. RR has always focused on discovering and nurturing young talent.
10. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
- Owner: Kalanithi Maran
- Company: SUN TV Network
- Home Ground: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
- Titles Won: 1 (2016)
Sunrisers Hyderabad, owned by media mogul Kalanithi Maran, entered the IPL in 2013 after Deccan Chargers’ exit. SRH won their maiden title in 2016 and are known for strong bowling units and consistent performances.
IPL Team Owners & Brand Value (Estimated)
| Rank | Team | Owner | Brand Value (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mumbai Indians | Mukesh Ambani | $850 million |
| 2 | Chennai Super Kings | N. Srinivasan | $810 million |
| 3 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Shah Rukh Khan & Jay Mehta | $227 million |
| 4 | Gujarat Titans | CVC Capital / Adani | $210 million |
| 5 | Delhi Capitals | JSW & GMR | $205 million |
| 6 | Lucknow Super Giants | RPSG Group | $200 million |
| 7 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | United Spirits | $190 million |
| 8 | Punjab Kings | KPH Dream Pvt Ltd | $170 million |
| 9 | Rajasthan Royals | Emerging Media | $165 million |
| 10 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Sun TV Network | $160 million |
Final Words
The IPL 2026 ownership landscape showcases a powerful mix of business tycoons, global investors, and Bollywood icons who’ve transformed the tournament into a multi-billion-dollar brand.
From Shah Rukh Khan’s KKR to Mukesh Ambani’s MI and N. Srinivasan’s CSK, every franchise reflects its owners’ unique style — blending passion, innovation, and entertainment.
As the IPL 2026 season approaches, these owners continue to redefine the business of cricket, taking the league to greater global heights.
