Who is Kal Somani? Indian-origin man who bought IPL team Rajasthan Royals for record-breaking deal, his net worth is Rs…, he is from…

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In this collection of pictures, we shall know about Kal Somani, the Indian-origin man who bought IPL team Rajasthan Royals for record-breaking deal. Know all about his net worth, India connection and more.

Rajasthan Royals have been sold to Indian-origin businessman Kal Somani

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In a massive deal just before the 19th season of IPL, the Rajasthan Royals have been sold to Indian-origin businessman Kal Somani for a record-breaking 1.63 billion dollars (about Rs 13,600 crore). This huge price tag has many fans asking, who is Kal Somani? Let's know about him. (PIC - X)

Kal Somani officially took full control of the franchise

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Reports from March 2026 showed that several big names were competing to buy the team. The owners of ArcelorMittal and the Aditya Birla Group who partnered with American sports owner David Blitzer, they were both trying to get the deal. While British-Indian businessman Manoj Badale used to be the lead owner, Kal Somani officially took full control of the franchise today on 24th March, 2026. (PIC - X)

Who is Kal Somani?

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Kal Somani lives in Scottsdale, Arizona in the United States. Over the last 15 years he has built a successful career by focusing on technology, data privacy and AI. He is the founder of several companies including IntraEdge, the digital education provider Academian and the AI and privacy platforms Truyo and Truyo.AI. His expertise lies in keeping digital information secure and finding new ways to use advanced technology in the world of sports. (PIC - X)

Kal Somani first put his money into the Rajasthan Royals back in 2021

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Kal Somani first put his money into the Rajasthan Royals back in 2021. According to a report by Moneycontrol, he was already a part-owner of the team for a few years before deciding to take full control in this latest massive deal. "We see huge potential with this investment, and we are excited for the future of the IPL." (PIC - X)

Kal Somani net worth

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There is no official figure for exactly how much Kal Somani is worth. However, because he led a group that bought the team for a massive Rs 15,000 crore (1.63 billion dollars), it is clear he is extremely wealthy. (PIC - X)

Kal Somani India connection

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Several news reports say that Kal Somani grew up in a small town in India. He studied electronics and telecommunications at a local university before moving to the United States in 1998 to start his career. This massive purchase of the Rajasthan Royals shows how much the IPL has grown over the years. It proves that the league is now one of the most important and valuable sports competitions in the world. (PIC - X)