Skip to content
Free updates Login
SSCBankingNABARD / RBI

CCI Nod for Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals, Barbados Royals Deal

24 September 20261 min read
ECONOMYCCI Nod for RajasthanRoyals, Paarl Royals,Barbados Royals Deal24 September 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

India’s competition regulator, the CCI, gave the green signal for a multi-team cricket franchise takeover.

Key facts

  • Regulator: Competition Commission of India (CCI).
  • Franchises: Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals, in different T20 leagues.
  • Acquirers: Westview Cricket Limited along with Poonawalla Sports and Fitness Private Limited.
  • Value reported: about USD 1.65 billion, equal to ₹15,600 crore.

Exam angle

  • Approval body: CCI, which reviews acquisitions and mergers.
  • Related terms: franchise, T20 league, acquisition.
  • Deal size: USD 1.65 billion (₹15,600 crore).

Test yourself

1. Which body approved the acquisition of Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals?

The CCI cleared the transaction.

2. Which of these franchises was part of the CCI-approved acquisition?

The deal covers Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals.

3. The reported value of the three-franchise acquisition is about:

The value is around USD 1.65 billion or ₹15,600 crore.

This topic is part of Daily Current Affairs 23 & 24 September 2026 (28 topics).

All topics of the dayDay quizSeptember 2026

Read more