The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a cricket tournament – it is a powerhouse of business, entertainment, and global influence. Behind every franchise stands a group of influential owners ranging from industrial tycoons to Bollywood celebrities and global investment firms. These individuals and organizations bring financial strength, strategic thinking, and brand value that shape the league beyond the boundary ropes.
Here’s a look at the owners of all 10 IPL teams for the 2026 season:
1. Mumbai Indians – Mukesh Ambani
Owner Business: Reliance Industries
Mukesh Ambani, one of the richest individuals in the world, owns Mumbai Indians through Reliance Industries. The conglomerate has interests in energy, telecom, retail, and media. With strong involvement from Nita Ambani, Mumbai Indians have grown into one of the most successful and professionally run franchises in IPL history.
2. Chennai Super Kings – N. Srinivasan
Owner Business: India Cements
N. Srinivasan, a former BCCI president and seasoned administrator, owns Chennai Super Kings via India Cements. His deep understanding of cricket and business has played a key role in CSK’s consistent success and stability over the years.
3. Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Aditya Birla Group-led consortium
Owner Business: UltraTech Cement and consortium
Royal Challengers Bengaluru is owned by the Aditya Birla Group, led by chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla, with Ananya Birla and Aryaman Vikram Birla emerging as key faces of the new ownership structure. This new setup brings a modern and dynamic approach to the Bengaluru franchise.
4. Sunrisers Hyderabad – Kalanithi Maran
Owner Business: Sun TV Network
Kalanithi Maran, founder of Sun TV Network, owns Sunrisers Hyderabad. His media empire spans television, radio, and film production.
His daughter Kavya Maran is often seen actively representing the franchise during auctions and matches.
5. Kolkata Knight Riders – Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta
Owner Business: Red Chillies Entertainment and Mehta Group
Shah Rukh Khan co-owns Kolkata Knight Riders through Red Chillies Entertainment, alongside actress Juhi Chawla and businessman Jay Mehta of the Mehta Group. This unique blend of glamour and business expertise makes KKR one of the most high-profile teams in the league.
6. Rajasthan Royals – Kal Somani (led consortium)
Owner Business: Kal Somani-led consortium (backed by Rob Walton of Walmart family and Hamp family)
US-based entrepreneur Kal Somani now leads the ownership of Rajasthan Royals through a high-profile consortium. The group recently acquired the franchise in a record deal and includes major global investors from the Walmart and Ford families.
7. Delhi Capitals – Parth Jindal and GMR Group
Owner Business: JSW Group and GMR Group
Parth Jindal represents the JSW Group in co-owning Delhi Capitals along with the GMR Group. With interests spanning steel, energy, and infrastructure, the ownership brings strong corporate backing and strategic depth to the franchise.
8. Lucknow Super Giants – Sanjiv Goenka
Owner Business: RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group
Sanjiv Goenka owns Lucknow Super Giants through the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group. The group has diversified interests in power, retail, IT services, and FMCG, providing a solid foundation for the relatively new IPL franchise.
9. Gujarat Titans – CVC Capital Partners
Owner Business: CVC Capital Partners
CVC Capital Partners, a global private equity giant, owns Gujarat Titans. With investments across sports, healthcare, and finance, CVC brings an international and professional management style to the franchise.
10. Punjab Kings – Preity Zinta, Ness Wadia, Mohit Burman and Karan Paul
Owner Business: Diverse sectors – Entertainment, FMCG, Trading and Hospitality
Preity Zinta co-owns Punjab Kings along with Ness Wadia, Mohit Burman, and Karan Paul. Their combined expertise across entertainment, consumer goods, trading, and hospitality gives Punjab Kings a unique and diverse ownership structure.
