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IPL ecosystem value drops 20% to $9.6 bn amid conflict, auction uncertainty

The Indian Premier League has seen its financial metrics take a nosedive. Challenges linked to geopolitical tensions and uncertainties surrounding auction processes have been detrimental. This is an unusual shift since tracking of value commenced.
Mumbai: The Indian Premier League's ecosystem value has declined 20% to $9.6 billion in 2025 from $12 billion a year ago, hurt by geopolitical tensions in the region and uncertainties surrounding the mega-auction, according to new data from Brand Finance.
The ongoing India-Pakistan conflict forced the Board of Control for Cricket in India to suspend matches, including the playoffs, for a week due to safety concerns. Apart from the pandemic-hit 2020 season, this is the only other year the IPL's ecosystem value has fallen since Brand Finance began tracking the league.
In a report published in October, D&P Advisory had already flagged a two-year decline in the league's valuation, placing the IPL at ₹76,100 crore ($8.8 billion) in 2025 compared with ₹82,700 crore ($9.9 billion) in 2024 and ₹92,500 crore ($11.2 billion) in 2023. The firm said media consolidation and the government's ban on real-money gaming sponsorships had slowed the IPL's once-rapid growth trajectory.
Only Gujarat Titans registered an increase in brand value. Mumbai Indians retained their position as the most valuable franchise at $108 million, though their brand value dropped 9%. Royal Challengers Bengaluru ranked second at $105 million, down 10% despite lifting their maiden IPL title this season.
Chennai Super Kings' brand value fell sharply by 24% to $93 million, while Kolkata Knight Riders recorded a 33% decline to $73 million. Gujarat Titans were the only franchise to post growth, with their brand value rising 2% to $70 million. Punjab Kings slipped 3% to $66 million, Lucknow Super Giants declined 2% to $59 million and Delhi Capitals fell 26% to $59 million. Sunrisers Hyderabad's valuation dropped 34% to $56 million, and Rajasthan Royals saw the steepest fall of 35%, ending at $53 million.
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Source: EconomicTimes
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The Raja Saab is one of the most anticipated releases of next year. It stars Prabhas in the lead, and is set for release on January 9. On Saturday, the cast and crew of the film attended a grand pre-release event for the film. Prabhas was in attendance, along with co-stars Nidhhi Agerwal
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