Although Sahara might have no direct controversy relationship with IPL or any other member whether of BCCI or Political Party but they might be watching very carefully whole situation. The way bad name has been credited to Indian Premier League due to Kochi Issue Controversy and than Income Tax raids over the source of Money coming, may influence the investment structure of Sahara.
Very recently Sahara won the bid for IPL Pune Franchise Team for the next 10 Years. Sahara will pay 1703 Crores to the BCCI for Franchise Team. Such an investment requires good amount of reputation and possible increase in popularity of Team and IPL all over world. But the bad reputation could cost a lot to other companies.
Kings XI Punjab owners has already decided to go out of business by selling it to other company mainly Videocon who failed to won the bid for IPL in Chennai.