The Glazer family, owners of Manchester United, are making a bold move into the world of Indian cricket. After two failed attempts to purchase IPL franchises, they are now reportedly bidding a staggering £1.3 billion to buy either the Royal Challengers Bengaluru or the Rajasthan Royals. This move comes as no surprise, given the family's interest in cricket and their desire to expand into the Indian market. But here's where it gets controversial... The Glazers' previous bids for the Ahmedabad and Lucknow franchises in 2021 were the lowest of all the contenders. The RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group bought the Lucknow team after submitting an offer in excess of £686 million, while the Titans went to private equity firm CVC Capital Partners for £541 million. This raises questions about the Glazers' intentions and their ability to compete in the IPL. Will they be able to overcome their past failures and make a successful bid this time around? And this is the part most people miss... The Glazer family has owned United since 2005 and have been extremely unpopular for the majority of that time. They sold a 26.2 per cent stake to Sir Jim Ratcliffe for £1.3 billion in February 2024, and the British petrochemicals billionaire is now responsible for the day-to-day running of the Premier League side. So, what does this mean for the future of Manchester United? And what do you think about the Glazers' move into cricket? Let us know in the comments below!
