Overview
- Axar Patel, Delhi Capitals' longest-serving player since 2019, has been appointed captain for the IPL 2025 season.
- The decision follows Rishabh Pant's move to Lucknow Super Giants and KL Rahul's reported decision to decline the captaincy role.
- Axar has been a key performer for DC, contributing 967 runs and 62 wickets in 82 matches with an economy rate of 7.09.
- The 31-year-old recently showcased his leadership potential as India's T20I vice-captain and played a pivotal role in India's Champions Trophy victory.
- Delhi Capitals will begin their IPL 2025 campaign on March 24 against Lucknow Super Giants, led by their former captain Rishabh Pant.