# RCB Sold: $1.78 Billion Cricket Takeover

URL: https://technosports.co.in/rcb-sold-1-78-billion-cricket-takeover/  
Published: 2026-07-02  
Updated: 2026-07-02  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Cricket history shattered! A powerhouse consortium—Aditya Birla, Times of India, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone—has acquired Royal Challengers Bengaluru for a massive $1.78 billion.

This record-breaking deal grants full control of both IPL and WPL squads. With Aryaman Vikram Birla as Chairman, the franchise enters a new, high-stakes era. RCB’s valuation has skyrocketed, signaling a bold, global future for cricket.