Jude Bellingham Takes 1.2% Stake in Birmingham Phoenix
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- Jude Bellingham acquires a 1.2% stake in Birmingham Phoenix, taking 0.6% from Warwickshire and 0.6% from Knighthead Capital Management.
- Knighthead Capital Management previously bought a 49% stake in the franchise for £40 million, leaving Warwickshire with 51% ownership.
- Birmingham Phoenix will confirm the near‑£1 million transaction on Wednesday, with Warwickshire’s control reduced to 50.4%.
Why it matters: Bellingham secures a £1 million stake, expanding his brand into cricket; Warwickshire retains a controlling 50.4% share, preserving its influence while adding capital for the Phoenix; the deal boosts the franchise’s profile and draws more high‑profile investors.
