The Delhi Capitals are one of the most exciting teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a rich history of passion, grit, and determination. Founded in 2008 as the Delhi Daredevils, the team underwent a complete overhaul in 2019 and was rebranded as the Delhi Capitals. Since then, they've emerged as a major contender in the IPL and captured the hearts of cricket fans around the world.
A Look at the Delhi Capitals Team of IPL 2023
Cricket • 24 Mar, 2023 • 7,485 Views • ⭐ 5.0
Written by Shivani Chourasia
Despite their lackluster performance in the early years of the IPL, the Delhi Capitals have come a long way in recent years. Led by the likes of Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, and the legendary Ricky Ponting as a coach, they've managed to reach the playoffs in both the 2019 and 2020 seasons, showcasing their immense potential and skill. They even ended up as Runners-up in the 2020 season. It was their first appearance in the Final of the IPL.
One of the key strengths of the Delhi Capitals is their ability to spot and nurture young talent. Players like Prithvi Shaw, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant have all emerged as superstars under the tutelage of the team, earning them accolades and recognition from fans and experts alike.
Let's take a look at their tentative squad for the IPL 2023 season:
Captain
David Warner will be leading the team in the absence of Delhi Capitals Captain Rishabh Pant. David Warner has experience in that department, having led his teams to the trophy on numerous occasions. He won the IPL 2016 with Sunrisers Hyderabad.