The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a cricket extravaganza—it’s a billion-dollar industry that powers the financial engine of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). With every passing season, the IPL continues to grow both in scale and revenue, reinforcing its position as the richest T20 league in the world.
As IPL 2025 concluded with Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally breaking their 18-year title drought by defeating Punjab Kings in the final, fans celebrated a historic moment—but so did the BCCI, which raked in massive earnings from multiple revenue streams.
How Much Did BCCI Earn from IPL 2025? Let’s Break It Down
1. Broadcasting Rights – ₹9,678 Crore
Broadcasting remains the primary revenue driver for BCCI.
- TV Rights: Held by Star Sports
- Digital Rights: Secured by Viacom18 (Reliance-owned)
Combined, the broadcasting deals earned a whopping ₹9,678 crore for the season. That’s approximately ₹130.7 crore per match—just from broadcasting!
2. Title Sponsorship – ₹500 Crore
Tata Group is the title sponsor of IPL for five years (2024–2028) at a massive ₹2,500 crore deal, translating to ₹500 crore per season. This long-term partnership further boosts IPL’s brand value.
3. Other Sponsorships
A host of additional sponsors further fatten the BCCI’s wallet.
- Associate Partners: My11Circle, Angel One, RuPay
- Strategic Timeout Partner: CEAT
- Umpire Sponsor: Wonder Cement
- Orange & Purple Cap Partner: Aramco
These partnerships cumulatively generate several hundred crores in sponsorship revenue.
4. Ticket Sales and Matchday Revenue
While franchise teams directly handle ticketing, in-stadium sales, and merchandise, BCCI earns a portion of this through revenue-sharing agreements.
- BCCI Share: 20% from central sponsorships and ticket sales
- Team Contribution: BCCI also earns 12.5% as licensing fees from each franchise
Franchises receive a fixed payout of ₹425 crore annually from central revenues, with performance-based earnings on top.
5. IPL’s Impact on BCCI’s Annual Revenue
In FY 2024, BCCI reported a record ₹20,686 crore in total revenue—a steep ₹4,200 crore increase from ₹16,493 crore in FY 2023. IPL media rights were the biggest contributors to this jump.
The Billion-Dollar Deal That Changed Everything
The turning point for BCCI’s financial dominance came in 2022 when media rights were sold for ₹48,390 crore across five years to Disney Star (TV) and Viacom18 (Digital). It ranks among the highest media rights deals in global sports, second only to the NFL.
BCCI: The Wealthiest Cricket Board on the Planet
With 108 cricket-playing nations under the ICC umbrella, BCCI towers above the rest in wealth and influence—thanks largely to the IPL. The league not only strengthens the Indian cricket ecosystem but also sets global benchmarks in commercial sports entertainment.
Conclusion
IPL 2025 was more than just a tournament; it was a revenue juggernaut. From broadcasting windfalls to booming sponsorship deals, and growing international brand power, the league has reshaped cricket economics. As discussions grow about expanding IPL to 94 matches by 2028, expect BCCI’s earnings—and the league’s influence—to skyrocket even further.
