Axar Patel IPL

Axar Patel IPL [Source: @Saabir_Saabu01/X.com]

Axar Patel is a veteran all-rounder who can bowl left-arm orthodox spin and is a hard hitter. Born in 1994, he made his international debut in 2014 and has since been an X-factor in all formats.

Apart from his flair in international cricket, Axar has been a crucial part of Delhi Capitals in the IPL, consistently delivering match-winning performances. 

His calm demeanour under pressure and ability to contribute with both bat and ball make him a valuable asset for the Indian team and his IPL franchise.

On that note, here’s a detailed look at Axar Patel’s IPL journey.

Axar Patel IPL Team

Axar Patel IPL Team [Source: @akshar.patel/Instagram]

Current IPL Team Of Axar Patel

Axar Patel currently plays for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL) as of 2025. He was appointed as the team's captain ahead of the 2025 season, succeeding Rishabh Pant, who transferred to the Lucknow Super Giants. Patel, a spin-bowling all-rounder, joined Delhi Capitals in 2019 and has been a pivotal member of the squad since then.

Teams Axar Patel Has Played For In IPL

Axar Pate is a veteran in the IPL as he made his debut in 2014. He started his IPL journey with the Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2013 but did not get a game that season. 

The following year, he was signed by Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), where he became a key player, impressing with his left-arm spin and all-round abilities. He played for Punjab from 2014 to 2018, winning the Emerging Player of the Year award in IPL 2014. 

In the 2019 IPL auction, Delhi Capitals (DC) bought him for INR 5 crore, and he has been a crucial part of their squad since then. Ahead of IPL 2025, Axar was retained and named the captain of Delhi Capitals, succeeding Rishabh Pant. 

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Axar Patel’s IPL Price

Axar Patel’s IPL Price [Source: @mufaddal_vohra/X.com]

Axar Patel’s IPL Auction Price

Axar Patel was retained by Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the IPL 2025 auction, meaning he did not go under the hammer. He was retained for a whooping price of INR 18 crore, marking a significant jump from his previous salary of INR 9 crore with the same franchise. Not only that, Axar was appointed as Delhi Capitals' captain for 2025. 

Axar Patel’s Worth In IPL Auction Over The Years

Axar Patel’s IPL journey began in 2013 as he was signed by Mumbai Indians for his base price of INR 10 lakh but did not play that year. In 2014, Punjab Kings (then Kings XI Punjab) bought him for INR 75 lakh, where he became one of their key players. He played there for 5 seasons and in 2017, his salary saw a steep jump to INR 6.75 crore.

Meanwhile, in 2019, Delhi Capitals secured Axar for INR 5 crore, recognising his value as a left-arm spinner and handy lower-order batter. Owing to his consistency and notable performance, Delhi Capitals retained him for INR 9 crore in 2022. 

Moreover, before the mega auction in IPL 2025, DC once again placed faith in Axar, retaining him for a whopping price of INR 18 crore. The franchise also increased his responsibility by appointing him the captain of the team in 2025.

Axar Patel IPL Captaincy Record

Axar Patel's captaincy experience in the IPL is limited to a single match. During the 2024 season, he led the Delhi Capitals in one game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, stepping in due to Rishabh Pant's suspension. Unfortunately, the team suffered a 47-run defeat in that encounter. ​

Axar Patel IPL Records

Axar Patel IPL Records [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com]

Most Wickets Taken By Axar Patel In An IPL Season

Axar Patel’s best bowling performance in a single IPL season came in 2014 when he picked up 17 wickets for Kings XI Punjab. Playing a crucial role as a left-arm spinner, Axar maintained an impressive economy rate of 6.13 that season.

Most Runs Scored By Axar Patel In An IPL Season

Axar Patel's highest run tally in a single IPL season came in 2023 when he scored 283 runs in 14 games for Delhi Capitals. He maintained an impressive strike rate of 139.40 and an average of 28.30 with a solitary half-century.

Axar Patel IPL Centuries And Fifties

In his long IPL career, Axar has scored three half-centuries. In 150 games, he has scored 1653 runs as well.

FAQs on Axar Patel IPL

Q.1 Which IPL team is Axar Patel?

Answer: Axar Patel is a part of Delhi Capitals in IPL. Ahead of the 2025 mega auction, Patel was retained for a mega price of INR 18 crore.

Q.2 Who is the captain of Delhi Capitals in 2025 IPL?

Answer: DC’s captain for the IPL 2025 season is all-rounder Axar Patel. Delhi ignored KL Rahul to give new responsibility to Axar.

Q.3 Which player is called Bapu?

Answer: Axar Patel is fondly called ‘Bapu’ by his teammates as he is from the land of Mahatma Gandhi in Gujarat.

Q.4 Is Axar Patel a spinner?

Answer: Yes, Axar Patel is a left-arm orthodox spinner (off-spinner). However, he is an all-rounder and can also bat left-handed in the middle order.

Q.5 Which team is KL Rahul in IPL 2025?

Answer: KL Rahul is a part of the Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2025 season. He was picked up for INR 14 crore by the franchise during the mega auction.

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