Overview
- Google’s 2025 top five sports teams by search are Paris Saint-Germain, S.L. Benfica, Toronto Blue Jays, Punjab Kings, and Delhi Capitals.
- Punjab Kings are the highest-ranked IPL franchise at No. 4, with Delhi Capitals fifth and second among IPL teams.
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the 2025 IPL champions, and Chennai Super Kings do not appear in the global top five.
- Google says the rankings weigh total search volume along with consistency over time and geographic spread, and one outlet notes the data was not independently verified.
- PBKS’ rise follows a season under new captain Shreyas Iyer in which they topped the league stage and reached the final before losing to RCB by six runs.