'RCB name is here to stay' — Aryaman Birla

Aryaman Birla, chairman of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, confirmed that the franchise name will remain unchanged after the Aditya Birla Group takeover. The statement ends speculation about a possible rebrand ahead of IPL 2026.

Fans had raised concerns following the ownership change, but Birla made clear there are no plans to alter the identity. The RCB name has been in place since the league began in 2008.

The clarification provides certainty to supporters and commercial partners as the franchise prepares for the next season under new ownership.