Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), a marquee franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), have announced Jana Small Finance Bank as their official banking partner for the 2026 season.
The defending winners of the event are one of the league’s most popular teams, having a large and devoted fan following in India and throughout the world. This collaboration brings together two companies that have the same attitude of aspiration, resilience, and belief, with the goal of creating a stronger connection with viewers during the cricket season.
Mr Ajay Kanwal, MD and CEO, Jana Small Finance Bank, said, “We are delighted to partner with Royal Challengers Bengaluru as their Official Banking Partner. Both Jana Small Finance Bank and RCB are proudly headquartered in Bengaluru,and this association reflects our shared connect with the city and its people. RCB’s journey is a strong reflection of resilience, underpinned by immense potential and a steadfast commitment to the highest standards of ethical practices—values that resonate closely with us. We share a belief that perseverance, hard work and teamwork deliver results and that pursuit of excellence never stops. Through this partnership, we look forward to engaging with a wider audience and further strengthening our commitment to excellence while supporting aspirations across India.”
Rajesh Menon, CEO, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, said, “We are delighted to welcome Jana Small Finance Bank as our Official Banking Partner. As two Bengaluru-rooted brands, this partnership is built on shared values of resilience, integrity and a commitment to excellence. We look forward to creating meaningful engagements for our fans and communities across India.”
The cooperation will be in force from March to December 2026. RCB have expanded their commercial portfolio with new alliances in financial services, fintech, mobility, and building materials, including TallyPrime, Optimum Nutrition, White Gold Money, Spitze Modular Kitchen Accessories, Navi UPI, Scapia, KT Professional, Magicrete, The Baker’s Dozen and Boldfit.
The team’s ownership structure has changed, with investments from Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone‘s perpetual private equity strategy, suggesting confidence in the franchise’s long-term economic sustainability.
