IPL Richest Team - Brand Value & Net worth

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is far more than a cricket tournament. It’s a multi-billion-dollar business empire. Since its launch in 2008  IPL league has transformed into a global phenomenon, drawing investments from top-tier business magnates, celebrities, and multinational corporations. With IPL franchise valuations soaring into the hundreds of millions, IPL has cemented its place as one of the most lucrative sports leagues in the world.

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Richest IPL Teams in 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, IPL’s net worth and franchise values have hit unprecedented levels. In this article, we delve into the Top 5 Richest IPL Teams in 2025 and uncover the key factors driving their skyrocketing valuations. From brand power to on-field success, these franchises are redefining the business of cricket.

Chennai Super Kings - $122 million

Chennai Super Kings had a brand value of $122 million.

• MS Dhoni has led Chennai Super Kings to five titles
• One of the most successful and beloved franchises in the IPL
• CSK have had 10 final appearances in the league, most by any team
• Joint-most successful team in the history of the IPL same as arch-rivals Mumbai Indians
• Kasi Viswanathan is the CEO & director of the company
• Highest paid player- Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad- Rs 10 crore
• Famous foreign players - Sam Curran, Matheesha Pathirana, Rachin Ravindra

Mumbai Indians - $119 million

Mumbai Indians (MI) had a brand value of $119 million.

• Mumbai Indians won the IPL in 2013, 2015, 2019, 2019 and 2020
• Rohit Sharma led MI to all of their five titles.
• Hardik Pandya is team captain for 2025
• CEO - Ashish Kumar Chauhan is the CEO of the Mumbai Indians.
• Home ground Wankhede Stadium
• Highest paid player - Trent Boult - $1.43Million 
• Famous foreign players are Trent Boult and Mitchell Santner

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru - $117 million

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) boasts a brand value of $117 million! Owned by United Spirits Limited (Diageo Group) and founded in 2008, RCB continues to be a powerhouse in the IPL. Chairman: Prathmesh Mishra.

• 3 times final appereance- (2009, 2011, 2016)
• RCB holds two IPL records: the lowest total score (49) and the highest total score conceded in an innings (287). 
• Famous foreign players – Phil Salt, Liam Livingstone, Josh Hazlewood
• Highest paid player- Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood- Rs 12.50 crore

Kolkata Knight Riders - $109 million

Kolkata Knight Riders had a brand value of $109 million.

Coach: Coach: Owners: Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, Jay Mehta 

Owners: Knight Riders Sports Private Ltd

CEO: Venky Mysore 

• Hold the record for most consecutive wins in a season and overall
• Famous foreign players - Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Highest paid player- Venkatesh Iyer- Rs 23.75 crore

Sunrisers Hyderabad - $85 million

Sunrisers Hyderabad had a brand value of $85 million.

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Owners: Kalanithi Maran, Sun TV Network

CEO: Kavya Maran

• Founded- Entered IPL 2013 after the previous Hyderabad-based franchise, Deccan Chargers, was dissolved due to prolonged financial issues
• Famous foreign players – Pat Cummins, Heinrich Klaasen,Travis Head
• Highest paid player- Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan- Rs 11.25 crore

Rajasthan Royals - $81 million

Rajasthan Royals had a brand value of $81 million.

Owners: Royal Multisport Private Limited

Founded: 2008

CEO- Jake Lush McCrum

• Rajasthan Royals won the first season (2008) under the captaincy of Shane Warne
• Famous foreign players – Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga
• Highest paid player- Jofra Archer - Rs 12.5 crore

Gujarat Titans - $69 million

Gujarat Titans had a brand value of $69 million.

• Gujarat Titans won 1IPL title (2022)
• Famous foreign players – Jos Buttler, Glenn Phillips, Rashid Khan
• Highest paid player- Jos Buttler- Rs 15.75 crore

Lucknow Super Giants - $60 million

Lucknow Super Giants had a brand value of $60 million. RPSG Group owns the Lucknow Super Giants cricket team. The Lucknow franchise was formed in 2021.

• Owner- RPSG Sports Private Limited
• Famous foreign players – David Miller, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran
• Lucknow Super Giants acquired Rishabh Pant for ₹27 crore at the IPL 2025 auction.
• Foreign players in Lucknow super gaint is David Miller, Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh