A day after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) officially went on the market, speculation is mounting over potential buyers. Bengaluru-based business magnates Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha , and Ranjan Pai, chairman of the Manipal Education and Medical Group, are reportedly among the front-runners.

Local Connection Could Be Key

According to Times of India, any consortium bidding for the franchise would ideally include a figure with strong ties to Bengaluru to maintain a close connection with the passionate fanbase. Support from the city’s and state’s political and social circles is also seen as crucial in securing a successful bid.

Adar Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India, had earlier hinted at interest in the team. In a post on X dated October 1, he wrote: “At the ri

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