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Sign InDiageo has finalized the sale of its Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), for a valuation of $1.8 billion. The purchasing consortium includes prominent Indian entities such as the Aditya Birla Group and the Times of India. This strategic divestment allows Diageo to offload non-core assets and refocus on its primary global beverage operations. For the buyers, the acquisition represents a significant entry into the high-growth Indian sports market, which has seen skyrocketing valuations in recent years. The transaction provides a substantial cash injection for Diageo while setting a new benchmark for IPL franchise values. Market analysts expect this move to potentially boost sentiment for Aditya Birla’s listed companies, including Grasim and Hindalco, as they expand their consumer-facing portfolio.