US EditionVijay Mallya's Big RCB Revelation: The 'Business' Behind Decision To Buy Team In 2008
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Vijay Mallya reveals he 'wanted RCB to be more than a cricket team', says 'biggest pride was spotting Virat Kohli'
In a four-hour conversation with popular YouTuber Raj Shamani, fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya revealed the idea behind acquiring the Bengaluru franchise ahead of the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and his first impressions of future superstar Virat Kohli, who has remained loyal to the team ever since.
'Lalit Modi called me and said....': Vijay Mallya reveals why he bought RCB in IPL bidding and signed Virat Kohli in 2008
Mallya candidly discussed his motivations for purchasing the team and shared insights into his decision to select a then 19-year-old Virat Kohli, who has remained fiercely loyal to the franchise.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fulfilled their dream of winning the title by defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in the final of IPL 2025. RCB had been waiting for this moment since 2008, which came true on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The team's former owner, fugitive Vijay Mallya, expressed happiness over RCB's victory. He made a big revelation about RCB during an interview. Fugitive Vijay Mallya made a revelation about RC…
Vijay Mallya Reveals Amount Paid To Buy Royal Challengers Bengaluru In 2008; Check Details
Mallya revealed that during the inaugural team auction in 2008, he had his eyes on more than one franchise, including the Mumbai Indians. He also admitted that his motivation for entering the IPL wasn’t driven by love for the sport but by business strategy.
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