New Delhi, India -- The Indian Premier League's business value has been estimated at $18.5 billion with reigning champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru its wealthiest franchise, according to a report by an investment bank. The world's richest cricket tournament has been a top revenue earner for the Board of Control for...
Big money as Saudi Arabia makes foray into cricket with IPL auction
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has backed extravagant sports investments -- set to culminate in Saudi Arabia hosting the football World Cup in 2034 -- to diversify its oil-rich economy.
All that glitters: How the money-spinning IPL turned cricket into gold
IPL teams receive a share of television rights, around 15 percent of ticket sales and sponsorship money as well. They can earn more through lucrative shirt or other sponsorships.
NBA, NFL stars invest in Indian cricket franchise
US basketball star Chris Paul and American football players Larry Fitzgerald and Kelvin Beachum have invested in Indian Premier League cricket side the Rajasthan Royals, the franchise said Sunday.
IPL to resume in UAE on Sunday after tournament suspension due to Covid
The tournament was halted in May because of a devastating surge in coronavirus deaths in India, prompting foreign players to rush for every available flight out. Many are not coming back. England stars including Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Jofra Archer and Chris Woakes will be missing.Fans to return in small numbers to UAE leg of Indian Premier League
The Board of Control for Cricket in India, in a statement on its website, has confirmed the earlier reports, which now mean that the UAE will earn even more revenue than what it usually generates from the sporting events it hosts.UAE firm retained as IPL healthcare partner
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has renewed retained VPS Healthcare as its healthcare partner for the Indian Premier League.
Sports sector adds $1bn to Dubai economy each year
The growth in the sector is a result of the Dubai community’s increasing interest to participate in sports activities over the years.BCCI announces remaining IPL match schedule across UAE
The 31 remaining matches of this year’s IPL will be spread across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah
Popular cricket tournament IPL to be played in UAE
IPL has an estimated brand value of $6.7 billion
