IPL Franchise Teams in the World: Check Owners and their Business

The Indian Premier League (IPL) team owners have tactically developed their footprint in the cricket world by purchasing the interests of clubs from other international T20 leagues. These include some high-profile leagues such as the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), South Africa SA20, the UAE-based International League T20 (ILT20) and the U.S.-based Major League Baseball Cricket (MLC).

KKR: Leadership Trends

In 2015, Shahrukh Khan-Co owned Kolkata Knight Riders led by purchasing Trinbago Knight Riders on CPL, the first IPL team to buy overseas franchises.

Other IPL teams follow suits

After KKR’s footsteps, other IPL team owners, such as Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Superbikes, Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, have also invested in other Leagues franchisees and have further established the global footprint of the IPL brand.

IPL franchise teams in other cricket leagues

IPL franchise owners expand their influence by investing in teams from various international T20 leagues. This is their global presence.

Franchise

team

Contest

Year

CSK Franchise Team

Joburg Super King

SA20

2022

Texas Super King

MLC – United States

2023

MI franchise team

mi newyork

MLC

2023

Micaip Town

SA20

2022

Mi Emirates

ILT20

2023

DC franchise team

Dubai Capital

ILT20

2023

Pretoria’s capital

SA20

2022

Seattle Orca

MLC

2023

RR Franchise Team

Royal Royals

SA20

2022

Barbados Royals (renamed)

CPL

2021

KKR Franchise Team

Abu Dhabi rider

ILTT20

2023

Trinbago Knight Rider (Rename)

CPL

2015

La Knight Rider

MLC

2020

SRH Franchise Team

Sunrise Eastern Cape

SA20

2022

LSG franchise team

Durban’s super giant

SA20

2022

PBK Specialty Team

King of Saint Lucia (renamed)

CPL

2017

IPL Team Owners and their Business Background

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is more than just cricket; it is a fusion of sports and business, in which team owners play a key role. These owners come from a variety of business backgrounds and use their expertise to manage and develop their respective franchises. From established conglomerates to Bollywood superstars, the ownership landscape reflects the alliance’s wide appeal.

IPL Team

owner

Business background

Indian Cement (N. Srinivasan)

Cement manufacturing

Reliance Industries (Mukesh & Nita Ambani)

Group (Petrochemical, Telecom, Retail)

United Spirits Limited (Diageo)

Alcohol beverage company

JSW Group & GMR Group

JSW: Steel, Energy, Infrastructure; GMR: Infrastructure (airport, energy, transportation)

Torrent Group (67%) CVC Capital Partners (33%)

Private Equity and Investment Consulting

Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Jay Mehta

Entertainment (Bollywood), business

RPSG Group (Sanjiv Goenka)

Diversified Group (Electricity, Retail, Entertainment)

Preity Zinta, etc.

Entertainment, various businesses

Manoj Badale (Emerging Media IPL Ltd.) and Redbird Capital Partners

Investing and Media

Sun TV Network (Kalanithi Maran)

Media (TV broadcast)

IPL team owners have greatly influenced team strategy, access to players and overall management. Their business acumen helps elevate the franchise to valuable sports assets and successful brands. Although success in this field is crucial, the financial stability and business strategy of owners also play a crucial role in the long-term sustainability and success of the IPL team. This convergence of cricket and business makes IPL a unique and dynamic alliance on the global stage.

The IPL’s expansion to the global T20 league emphasizes its dominance outside India. With strategic investments and strong business acumen, team owners are transforming the franchise into an international brand. This convergence of sports and business ensures that IPL remains a financial powerhouse, thus shaping the future of cricket globally.