United Spirits Limited has informed the Exchange about Agreements
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United Spirits Limited (USL), a Diageo subsidiary, has approved the sale of its entire 100% stake in Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited (RCSPL), which owns the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL and WPL franchises. The buyer is a consortium of Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone's perpetual private equity arm (BXPE), for a total all-cash consideration of INR 166.6 billion. The transaction is subject to customary approvals, including from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), with completion expected within 6 months. RCSPL contributed only about 1.9% of USL's standalone revenue (Rs 504 crore) and 4.1% of net worth (Rs 321 crore) in FY25, and is not classified as a material subsidiary. The deal concludes the strategic review of RCSPL that USL initiated in November 2025. USL says the proceeds will help sharpen focus on its core beverage alcohol business.
This is a major divestiture that unlocks significant cash (INR 166.6 bn) for USL to reinvest in or return to shareholders, while allowing it to focus on its core alcohol business. The stock is likely to react positively given the large cash inflow and strategic clarity, though completion remains subject to regulatory approvals.