Delhi Capitals | DC IPL 2026 Squad & Overview

Delhi Capitals boast a well-rounded lineup aimed at both short- and long-term success. With a backbone led by KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, and Tristan Stubbs, the squad has retained its essence yet made reinforcements in significant regions. New additions like David Miller, Ben Duckett, Pathum Nissanka, and Auqib Nabi Dar in the 2026 mini-auction have made their squad considerably deeper and more versatile. With a formidable batting unit, potent all-rounders, and an excellent bowling attack at their disposal, Delhi Capitals have enough arsenal to put up competitive performances in the ensuing IPL season.

Delhi Capitals – Team Overview (IPL 2026)

Franchise Name	Delhi Capitals
Abbreviation	DC
Season	Indian Premier League 2026
Ownership	Jointly owned by GMR Group and JSW Group
Year Established	2008
Home Venue	Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Team Captain	Axar Patel
Head Coach	Hemang Badani
Core Strategy	Focus on adaptability, calculated aggression, and tactical matchups
Performance Goals	Improve consistency, strengthen finishing ability, and excel in away fixtures
IPL Championships	No titles won
Top Achievement	Runners-up finish in the 2020 season