Under those floodlights, IPL teams shine, but it’s not just about what is on the ground, it is also about people who are less visible but equally important and powerful- The team owners. They don’t just own the teams but hold fortunes , dreams and legacies. Let’s look at the backbones of our beloved IPL teams!
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Chennai Super kings- The cemented lions
It is owned by N. Srinivasan’s India Cements. His estimated net worth is around $70 Billion. His team stands tall like the cement he sells – solid , enduring and trusted.
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Mumbai Indians – The Ambani regime
Mumbai Indians is owned by Reliance Industries belonging to the Ambani’s , the richest family in Asia with a whopping net worth of around $110 billion. MI reflects the Ambani dynasty – disciplined , dominant and built to win.
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Kolkata Knight Riders – Strategy meets stardom
Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta are the co-owners of KKR. With SRK’s and Juhi’s bollybuzz and Mehta group’s business strategy, the team creates magic.
Their combined net worth crosses $800 million.
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Royal Challengers Bangalore – The flames of the game
United Spirits ( a Diageo brand ) owns RCB. The parent company is worth over $10 billion. RCB’s ownership is more about global business acumen than just about a single face.
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Rajasthan Royals – Pioneers of progress
Owned by Manoj Badale’s Emerging Media, they combined silicon valley mindset with cricket resulting in a team that bets boldly and lets young talent rewrite the rules of the game. They have a net worth of around $160 million.
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Delhi Capitals – Big brands and young blood
It is owned by JSW and GMR group, led by Parth Jindal. JSW’s net worth crosses over $15 billion.
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Punjab Kings – Grit and Glam
The quartet – Ness Wadia, Preity Zinta, Karan Paul and Mohit Burman own the kings. Combining legacy, business and bollywood their joint net worth crosses $500 million.
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Gujarat Titans – The calm giants
GT is like a blueprint for modern cricket success. It is owned by CVC Capital partners, a global private equity firm managing over $120 billion.
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Sun Rises Hyderabad – The Phoenixes
They are owned by Kalanithi Maran of the Sun TV network. His net worth is around $3 billion. The team reflects his silent behind the scenes strong leadership.
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Lucknow Supergiants – Power players
Sanjiv Goenka of the RPSG group, owns LSG. His business empire is valued over $6.5 billion.
Final thoughts
IPL isn’t just a game, it’s an empire and these are it’s emperors.
FAQs
Which IPL team is most successful?
Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings are tied as the most successful, having 5 IPL titles each to their name.
Which is the best IPL team of all time?
Fans say Chennai Super Kings as it is consistent, strategic and has been led to wins under MS Dhoni.
Who is no 1 in IPL history?
Statistically, CSK has the highest win percentage in the history of IPL.
What is the fastest 200 in IPL?
Royal Challengers Bangalore in just 14.1 overs against Punjab Kings in 2016.
Which team is best, CSK or RCB?
CSK has more titles with a better consistency and an unmatched leadership.
