The Economic Times

Billionaires eye Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals in high-stakes IPL auction race; Blitzer joins bidding war

Global investors are vying for a majority stake in Indian Premier League cricket teams. Billionaire David Blitzer is reportedly in advanced talks for Royal Challengers Bengaluru or Rajasthan Royals. Avram Glazer, co-owner of Manchester United, has also submitted initial bids. Indian tycoons Adar Poonawalla and Ranjan Pai are also interested in the Bengaluru franchise. Final bids are expected by mid-March.