The sale of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has reportedly reached its final stage with two major parties now emerging as frontrunners according to a report by The Indian Express. One of the potential buyers is from Swedish private equity firm EQT which has submitted a significant bid. The second contender is a consortium which includes Ranjan Pai of Manipal Hospitals, US-based private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co (KKR), and Singapore’s Temasek investment group. Now the sources suggest that the deal is valued approximately around $2 billion which is INR 16,600 crore. Currently, no major bids have emerged but the sale process is expected to turn into full-fledged bidding competition.

Source: News 24 March 18, 2026 09:57 UTC