Sukesh Chandrashekhar has reportedly written to Diageo, the current owner of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, expressing interest in buying the IPL franchise. The development has attracted attention more for its shock value than its practical likelihood.
The proposal was sent in the name of his company, LS Holdings, and mentioned a valuation of one billion US dollars. Reports suggest the letter outlined a formal intent to acquire the Bengaluru-based team.
According to circulating reports, Sukesh Chandrashekhar claimed the purchase would be a personal gesture for actor Jacqueline Fernandez, whom he referred to as his partner. This assertion spread quickly on social media, drawing curiosity and widespread scepticism.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru remains one of the most popular franchises in the Indian Premier League, backed by strong commercial value and a massive fan base. Any talk of ownership change naturally attracts public and media attention.
However, there has been no official response from Diageo regarding the reported proposal. There is also no confirmation that the offer is under serious consideration at this stage.
Industry observers point out that IPL franchise acquisitions require strict financial scrutiny, regulatory clearances, and detailed background checks. Such processes make speculative offers difficult to progress.
Neither RCB nor Jacqueline Fernandez has issued any statement on the matter. Without official confirmation, the reported development remains speculative rather than substantive.
For now, Royal Challengers Bengaluru continues its preparations under existing ownership, while the reported letter adds another unusual chapter to the ongoing public narrative around Sukesh Chandrashekhar.
