List Of Delhi Capitals Captains In IPL

Sakshi Sharma

Axar Patel appointed as DC captain (Source:@Surendra21286,x.com)Axar Patel appointed as DC captain (Source:@Surendra21286,x.com)

Despite having some of the best players in IPL history, Delhi Capitals is yet to clinch their first title. Over the years, the franchise has seen various captains bring their unique leadership styles and tactical approaches, but the quest for IPL glory remains ongoing. 

The team will face formidable opponents like Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mumbai Indians (MI), and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in crucial encounters that could determine their fate in the tournament. 

DC Captains Over The Years

The DC have officially announced Axar Patel as their captain for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. Patel takes over the leadership role from Rishabh Pant. With the IPL set to begin on March 22, DC will kick off its campaign with a high-stakes match on March 24.  

Axar Patel, the star Indian all-rounder, has been a crucial part of the Delhi Capitals setup in recent years. His consistent performances with both bat and ball have earned him the trust of the franchise. 

The team management considered multiple captaincy candidates, with KL Rahul emerging as another strong contender. However,  earlier sources reveal that KL Rahul preferred to focus on his batting rather than take on leadership duties. 

Following the appointment of Axar Patel as new skipper for DC, here is a look at all players who have led the DC franchise to date.

List Of DC Captains

Players
Number of matches as captain
Years
Virender Sehwag522008-2012
Gautam Gambhir252009-2018
Dinesh Karthik62010-2014
James Hopes32011
Mahela Jayawardene182012-2013
Ross Taylor2
2012
David Warner16
2013-2023
Kevin Pietersen112014
JP Duminy162015-2016
Zaheer Khan232016-2017
Karun Nair32017
Shreyas Iyer412018-2020
Rishabh Pant432021-2024
Axar Patel 12025-Present

With a mix of experienced players and young talent, the Delhi Capitals are gearing up for a thrilling IPL 2025 season. Fans can expect high-energy performances as the team strives to make history under Axar Patel's captaincy. It is important to mention that DC will play its first match against LSG on March 24. 

As the countdown to IPL 2025 begins, all focus will be on Axar Patel and his leadership as he  guides DC to their first-ever IPL triumph.