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Amit Bhatia Acquires Minority Stake in Premier League
✍️ India.com
🗓 16 Aug 2026, 02:36 PM
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Amit Bhatia, son‑in‑law of Rajasthan Royals owner Lakshmi Mittal, has purchased a minority stake in the Premier League.
Amit Bhatia, the son‑in‑law of Lakshmi Mittal, who owns the Rajasthan Royals cricket franchise, has acquired a minority stake in the Premier League. The transaction marks Bhatia’s first major investment in the football sector. Details of the stake percentage and the exact valuation were not disclosed in the announcement.
The move is seen as a strategic diversification for Bhatia, who has previously focused on real‑estate and infrastructure ventures. By taking a slice of the Premier League, he aims to tap into the growing global interest in football.
Premier League officials confirmed the acquisition and welcomed Bhatia’s involvement, stating that his experience in large‑scale business operations could bring new perspectives to the league’s management.
No immediate changes to the league’s ownership structure are expected, as Bhatia’s stake remains minority. The deal is subject to regulatory approvals in both the UK and India.
The move is seen as a strategic diversification for Bhatia, who has previously focused on real‑estate and infrastructure ventures. By taking a slice of the Premier League, he aims to tap into the growing global interest in football.
Premier League officials confirmed the acquisition and welcomed Bhatia’s involvement, stating that his experience in large‑scale business operations could bring new perspectives to the league’s management.
No immediate changes to the league’s ownership structure are expected, as Bhatia’s stake remains minority. The deal is subject to regulatory approvals in both the UK and India.