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Delhi Capitals consider new captain as Axar Patel may step down

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 5:07 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Delhi Capitals consider new captain as Axar Patel may step down
Summary

The Delhi Capitals are exploring new captaincy options for IPL 2027 as Axar Patel is reportedly reluctant to continue in the role. Following two unsuccessful seasons, during which the team failed to qualify for the playoffs, Patel may step down. Potential replacements include KL Rahul, who has experience captaining other IPL teams, and former DC skipper Rishabh Pant, who is returning to the franchise. Nitish Rana is also in consideration after leading KKR previously. A decision regarding the captaincy is expected after the mini-auction in December.

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  • •Axar Patel may step down as Delhi Capitals captain for IPL 2027.
  • •Delhi Capitals finished fifth in 2025 and sixth in 2026 IPL seasons.
  • •KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant are top captaincy candidates.
  • •Nitish Rana also considered for leadership role.
  • •Decision expected post mini-auction in December.
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  • 5:07 AMYahoo Sports — DC captain for IPL 2027: Exploring possible options if Axar Patel steps down
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Delhi Capitals could be looking for a new captain ahead of IPL 2027, with Axar Patel reportedly reluctant to continue in the role.

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