• Dinesh Karthik has dropped a major revelation about the leadership choice of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025.

  • With a blend of seasoned pros and young talent, DC have assembled a formidable squad for the upcoming season of cash-rich league.

Not KL Rahul! Dinesh Karthik names the next captain of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025
Dinesh Karthik picks Delhi Capitals captain for IPL 2025 (Image Source: X)

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season draws closer, the excitement surrounding the tournament has reached fever pitch. Fans and experts alike are eager to witness the next chapter of this highly anticipated league, where new faces, fresh strategies, and star-studded lineups promise an action-packed season. With the mega auction already behind us, the attention now turns to how the teams will shape up, and which players will lead their franchises to glory.

Delhi Capitals: A strong unit with big names

Delhi Capitals (DC) have undoubtedly assembled a formidable squad for IPL 2025. With a blend of seasoned pros and young talent, the franchise is ready to make its mark. Players like KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, Tristan Stubbs, and Harry Brook add significant depth and firepower to their already impressive lineup. Rahul, with his calm leadership and explosive batting skills, will provide a strong backbone to the team, while the addition of world-class players like Starc and Brook further boosts their chances of lifting the coveted IPL trophy.

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Who will lead DC in IPL 2025? Dinesh Karthik answers

Amid the anticipation, a crucial question has emerged—who will captain Delhi in IPL 2025? In a recent show, Dinesh Karthik dropped a major revelation about the leadership choice for the franchise. According to Karthik, it is none other than Axar Patel who will take the reins as Delhi’s captain for the upcoming season.

Although the official announcement from DC is yet to come, Karthik’s statement during Cricbuzz‘s HeyCB with DK show confirmed that Axar, who previously captained in Rishabh Pant’s absence, will now take on a full-time leadership role. This exciting development paves the way for Axar to lead a dynamic and talented squad, as the Delhi-based team aims to make a strong push for the title.

“For Axar Patel, all the very best. A good opportunity for him. Third, he is going to be the Delhi Capitals’ captain as well. So here is a good opportunity for him to lead and show the way. He has been doing that for Gujarat as well. So, wish him all the luck,” said Karthik.

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