Warner steps in as skipper for Rishabh Pant, who’s lately present process rehab and restoration after a highway coincidence on December 31 remaining yr. Meanwhile, the all-rounder Axar Patel has been named the workforce’s Vice-Captain. The franchise additionally introduced former India captain Sourav Ganguly because the franchise’s Director of Cricket. Ganguly has been related to Delhi capitals previously too, within the position of mentor, all the way through the 2019 season.
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A free up via the Capitals quoted Warner as pronouncing, “Rishabh has been a terrific leader for Delhi Capitals, and we’re all going to miss having him around. I would like to thank the management for the faith and trust they’ve always shown in me. This franchise has always been home for me, and I couldn’t be more excited to lead such a supremely talented bunch of players. I can’t wait to meet them all, and get cracking!”
Meanwhile, Ganguly stated, “I’m excited to be back with the Delhi Capitals. My association with the women’s team, and the Pretoria Capitals over the last few months has been fantastic, and I’m looking forward to the upcoming season of the IPL. Delhi Capitals had done well as a team during my last stint with them. I’ve already been involved with the players this time around, and I’m keen to see them as a group. Hopefully, we will all have a great time over the next couple of months.”
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“This is a hugely exciting time for the Capitals franchise,” stated workforce chairman and co-owner Parth Jindal, on the most recent traits. “Between the previous IPL and the one coming up, our Capitals family has grown. We’re now the proud owners of a team in the ongoing Women’s Premier League, and have had successful opening seasons at the leagues conducted in South Africa and the UAE recently. In Rishabh’s absence, there couldn’t have been a more apt candidate than David to lead the Delhi Capitals. With him as our leader, and Ricky and Dada overseeing all proceedings, I have no doubt that we are going to be the team to watch out for in the competition.”
Team co-owner Kiran Kumar Gandhi stated, “I would like to take this opportunity to welcome David on board as our captain, and Dada back in our franchise again. They are among the many reasons to look forward to the upcoming season of the IPL.” , which additionally marks the go back of fanatics to Qila Kotla after a three-year hole. Their presence strengthens our workforce immensely, and we will’t wait to peer them fill the stands. I want everybody all of the highest for a a success IPL 2023.”
The 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League kicks off on 31st March 2023. The Delhi Capitals will take on Lucknow Super Giants in their season opener in an away game on 1st April 2023.