IPL teams are raking in serious cash these days—especially post-2023 with the record-breaking media rights deal. While exact profits aren’t publicly disclosed for all, we can break down estimated earnings per franchise per season based on known revenue streams.
💰 Estimated Revenue Per IPL Team (per season)
🔹 1. Central Pool (Media + Sponsorship)
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BCCI’s total media rights (2023–27): ₹48,390 crore
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Each team reportedly gets ~₹300–₹400 crore annually from:
✅ Guaranteed income, regardless of performance or home crowd.
🔹 2. Team Sponsorships
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Major sponsors on jersey, helmets, etc.
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Top teams (MI, CSK, RCB): ₹80–100+ crore
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Mid/lower-tier teams: ₹40–70 crore
✅ Growing rapidly due to digital reach + fan base.
🔹 3. Ticket Sales & Matchday Revenue
🔹 4. Merchandising + Fan Engagement
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Jerseys, accessories, memorabilia.
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Still a smaller chunk (~₹5–15 crore), but growing fast with online stores and international fans.
🔹 5. Misc. Digital & Content Partnerships
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YouTube, fan clubs, OTT mini-series, sponsored content.
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Could bring in ₹5–10 crore for top teams.
🧾 Quick Example: CSK or MI (Top-Tier Teams)
| Source |
Estimated ₹ (Cr) |
| Central Revenue Share |
350 |
| Sponsorship Deals |
90 |
| Ticket & Matchday Sales |
30 |
| Merch/Fan Sales |
10 |
| Digital/Social Revenue |
5 |
| Total |
~₹485 crore |
💼 Operating Costs (players, travel, salaries, etc.): ₹150–200 crore
📈 Net Profit Estimate: ₹200+ crore for top franchises
📉 What About Smaller/Younger Teams?
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New teams like LSG, GT also get the same central revenue (₹350 cr), but may earn less in sponsors/tickets.
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Still, most teams are profitable or breaking even—which wasn’t always the case pre-2018.
🧠 Final Take:
“The IPL is a business where every team’s floor is high, and the ceiling is limitless.”
Even without winning trophies, franchises are pulling in hundreds of crores, thanks to BCCI’s media deals, fan loyalty, and brand value.
Want a ranked list of the most profitable franchises, or a comparison with global leagues like the NBA/PL? I can run that too! 🏆📊