US EditionIPL’s Brand Value Soars to $18.5b, RCB Becomes Top Franchise
- The Indian Premier League's brand value has increased by 12.9% to reach USD 18.5 billion in 2025, according to a study by Houlihan Lokey.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the top franchise, with a brand value of USD 269 million, surpassing Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings.
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India earned Rs 1,485 crore from sponsorships, reflecting a 25% increase compared to the last cycle.
- The IPL's total ad revenue for 2025 exceeded USD 600 million, marking a 50% increase from the previous year.
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IPL's value surges to R329-billion
The IPL’s business value has been estimated at $18.5-billion (R329-billion) with reigning champions the Royal Challengers Bengaluru its wealthiest franchise. This is according to a report by an investment bank. The world’s richest cricket tournament has been a top revenue earner for the BCCI and in 2020 was estimated to generate more than $11-billion a year for the Indian economy. According to US investment bank Houlihan Lokey, which has valued …
IPL’s league valuation hits $18.5B as RCB leapfrogs CSK to become most valuable team
IPL reaches record-breaking $18.5 billion business valuation in 2025 and $3.9 billion combined brand value, according to Houlihan Lokey The Indian Premier League has hit a historic financial milestone, with its overall business enterprise value rising by 12.9% year-over-year to reach $18.5 billion in 2025, according to the Houlihan Lokey Brand Valuation Study. The league’s […] The post IPL’s league valuation hits $18.5B as RCB leapfrogs CSK to b…
The total business value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has now reached $18.5 billion, while this year's champion team Royal Challengers Bangalore has been declared the most valuable franchise. These figures were released in a recent report by leading American investment bank Houlihan Lockie. According to the report, the brand value of the 10-team T20 league has increased by 13.8 percent compared to last year and is now $3.
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