The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a cricket tournament – it is a powerhouse of business, entertainment and global influence. Behind each franchise stands a group of influential owners, from industry tycoons to Bollywood celebrities to global investment firms. These individuals and organizations bring financial strength, strategic thinking and brand value that take 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
Entrepreneurship: Reliance Industries
Mukesh AmbaniHe is one of the richest people in the world Mumbai Indians through Reliance Industries. The conglomerate has interests in energy, telecommunications, retail and media. with a strong presence from Nita AmbaniMumbai Indians have become one of the most successful and professionally managed franchises in the history of IPL.
2. Chennai Super Kings – N. Srinivasan
Entrepreneurship: Indian cements
N. SrinivasanHe is a former president of BCCI and an experienced administrator Chennai Super Kings Through Indian 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 – Consortium led by Aditya Birla Group
Entrepreneurship: UltraTech Cement and consortium
Royal Challengers Bengaluru It belongs to the Aditya Birla Group headed by its chairman Kumar Mangalam Birlawith Ananya Birla and Aryaman Vikram Birla emerge as the main figures of the new ownership structure. This new setup brings a modern and dynamic approach to the Bengaluru franchise.
4. Sunrisers Hyderabad – Kalanithi Maran
Entrepreneurship: Sun TV Network
Kalanithi MaranHe is the founder and owner of Sun TV Network Sunrisers Hyderabad. His media empire includes television, radio and film production.
His daughter Kavya Maran often actively represents the franchise during auctions and matches.
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5. Kolkata Knight Riders – Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta
Entrepreneurship: Red Chillies Entertainment and Mehta Group
Shah Rukh Khan jointly owned Kolkata Knight Riders Along with the actress through Red Chillies Entertainment Juhi Chawla and businessman Jay Mehta Mehta Group. This unique blend of glamor and business expertise makes KKR one of the highest profile teams in the league.
6. Rajasthan Royals – Kal Somani (led consortium)
Entrepreneurship: A consortium led by Kal Somani (backed by Rob Walton of the Walmart family and the Hamp family)
Entrepreneur living in USA Kal Somani now owns 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
Entrepreneurship: JSW Group and GMR Group
Part Jindal represents the JSW Group under joint ownership Capitals of Delhi in association with 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
Entrepreneurship: RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group
Sanjiv Goenka is the owner Lucknow Super Giants Through 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
Entrepreneurship: CVC Capital Partners
CVC Capital Partnersis owned by the global private equity giant Gujarat Titans. With investments in 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
Entrepreneurship: Various sectors – Entertainment, FMCG, Retail and Hospitality
Preity Zinta jointly owned Kings of the Punjab together with Ness Wadia, Mohit Burmanand Karan Paul. Their combined expertise in entertainment, consumer goods, retail and hospitality gives Punjab Kings a unique and diverse ownership structure.
