After Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won their first-ever Indian Premier League (IPL) title, rumours started spreading that their parent company, Diageo, might sell the team. But United Spirits, which owns RCB under Diageo, has now confirmed that these reports are not true.
Reports Claim Diageo Plans to Sell RCB
A report by Bloomberg suggested that Diageo, a London-based company known for alcoholic drinks, was thinking about selling RCB either partly or fully. The news came just a few days after RCB’s big win in IPL 2025, adding to the buzz.
The rumours also followed a tragic incident that happened during RCB’s victory celebrations in Bengaluru. A stampede occurred in the city, leading to the death of 11 people as large crowds gathered to celebrate the team’s historic win.
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United Spirits Clears the Air
United Spirits quickly responded to these rumours. In a statement reported by Livemint, the company said:
“This is to clarify that the media reports about the possible sale of RCB are just speculation. We are not having any such discussions.”
Diageo Also Informs Stock Exchange
Diageo further informed the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) to make things clear for investors. As per Cricbuzz, Diageo’s Company Secretary, Mital Sanghvi, said:
“The reports are speculative, and we are not in any such talks. This is for your information and records.”
Both statements confirm that there are no current plans to sell RCB.
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RCB Wins Their First IPL Trophy
On June 3, 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first IPL title by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs. PBKS started well, with openers Priyansh Arya (24) and Prabhsimran Singh (26) adding 43 runs for the first wicket.
But RCB bowlers took regular wickets and kept the pressure on. Shashank Singh fought hard for PBKS with an unbeaten 61*, but they could only score 184/7 while chasing, falling short by six runs.
In Short
RCB fans can breathe easy. While the team enjoys their first IPL win, United Spirits and Diageo have made it clear — they are not selling the team.
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No, United Spirits and Diageo have both confirmed that the rumours of RCB being sold are false and only based on speculation.
RCB is owned by United Spirits, which is part of the global beverage company Diageo.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their maiden IPL title on June 3, 2025, by defeating Punjab Kings in the final.
