An Aditya Birla Group-led consortium, including Blackstone and Times of India, has acquired RCB for USD 1.78 billion (INR 16,706 crore). The deal covers both IPL and WPL franchises, marking United Spirits' exit. Aryaman Vikram Birla will serve as Chairman, with Satyan Gajwani as Vice Chairman, pending BCCI and regulatory approvals.