MI are the most valuable team in the IPL. Sportico put their value at $2.1 billion. The average IPL team is worth $1.7 billion. Every team is worth at least $1.5 billion. Shah Rukh Khan’s KKR are at $1.73 billion. Lucknow Super Giants are at $1.5 billion.
The league has come a long way. The first eight teams sold for a combined $724 million. The MI were bought for $112 million. The Rajasthan Royals cost $67 million. Two big ownership deals in 2026 showed strong investor interest.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru sold for $1.78 billion. The buyers were a group that includes Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures and Blackstone. The deal covers the men’s IPL team and its Women’s Premier League team. In Sportico’s values, RCB are now worth $1.85 billion. That is more than KKR.
CSK are third at $1.75 billion. The Delhi Capitals are at $1.70 billion. Rajasthan Royals were bought for about $1.65 billion. The buyers were a group led by the Mittal family. Adar Poonawalla was also involved. Both recent deals are a big jump from Gujarat Titans. Torrent Group bought a 67% stake in Gujarat last year at a $900 million value.
The IPL’s money model helps explain these values. About three-quarters of a team’s revenue comes from the league’s central payouts. Most of that is backed by the $6.2 billion broadcast deal for 2023-27. Teams also make money from sponsors and ticket sales. The average team revenue was about $74.4 million in 2026. The league’s average revenue multiple was 22.9. That is higher than the NBA and NFL.
MI are helped by five IPL titles and a huge fan base. Teams rarely come up for sale. India’s massive cricket audience also keeps investors interested.
Top 5 Most Valuable Team in the IPL (2026)
1. Mumbai Indians: $2.10 Billion
Mumbai Indians are the most valuable team in the IPL at $2.10 billion. Reliance Industries owns the franchise. It has won five IPL titles, which supports its brand value. The team was bought for $112 million in 2008, so its value has grown nearly 19 times. Its 2026 revenue is about $74.4 million, near the league average.
2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: $1.85 Billion
RCB are valued at $1.85 billion. In March 2026 the team was sold for $1.78 billion to a group including Aditya Birla Group, Blackstone and Times of India Group. Its brand value is $312 million. The 2026 season is expected to bring about $95 million in revenue and over ₹400 crore in operating profit.
3. Chennai Super Kings: $1.75 Billion
CSK are valued at $1.75 billion. The team is owned by CSK Cricket Ltd, which was demerged from India Cements in 2015. In FY25 revenue was ₹644 crore with an operating profit of ₹252.10 crore. CSK shares trade in the unlisted market, with market value estimated at ₹11,500 to ₹12,000 crore.
4. Kolkata Knight Riders: $1.73 Billion
KKR are valued at $1.73 billion. Shah Rukh Khan and the Mehta Group own the franchise. It was bought for $75.1 million in 2008, giving a return of over 23 times. Its brand value is $222 million. Reports say the team is exploring a 20 per cent stake sale at a valuation of $1.8 billion.
5. Delhi Capitals: $1.70 Billion
The Delhi Capitals are valued at $1.70 billion. The franchise is a 50/50 joint venture between GMR Group and JSW Group. It has not won an IPL title. Its brand value is $152 million. The team benefits from the Delhi capital region market and stable ownership. Most revenue comes from central distributions, with local tickets and sponsorships adding the rest.
FAQs
Q. Which is the most valuable team in IPL?
A. Mumbai Indians top Sportico’s valuations at $2.1 billion.
Q. What is Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s valuation?
A. RCB are valued at $1.85 billion.
Q. Which IPL team ranks third in Sportico’s valuations?
A. Chennai Super Kings rank third with a valuation of $1.75 billion.
Q. Who owns the Mumbai Indians franchise?
A. Reliance Industries owns the MI.
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