The Automatic Choice   Delhi Capitals secured KL Rahul in the 2025 mega-auction, making him a likely first-choice opener. Rahul’s consistent record as an opener and his ability to anchor the innings make him a key figure in DC’s batting lineup.

Delhi Capitals have started a new era by appointing Axar Patel as their captain for the IPL 2025 season. According to the March 14 announcement, the franchise is starting in a new direction after Rishabh Pant’s exit.

Rahul captained the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the past three seasons but was released by the franchise before the auction. Delhi acquired him for Rs 14 crore after parting ways with their star wicketkeeper-batter and former captain,

India's spin-bowling all-rounder Axar Patel has been named Delhi Capitals captain ahead of the new Indian Premier League season, the team said on Friday.

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Axar Patel has been named captain of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025, taking over after Rishabh Pant’s exit. The seasoned all-rounder, who was DC’s top retention in mega auction, is set to lead a star-studded squad.

Currently team's longest serving player, having played six seasons for Delhi since 2019, Axar Patel was DC's top retention for INR 16.50 crore ahead of the mega auction last November

Delhi Capitals have appointed Axar Patel as captain for IPL 2025. The all-rounder, part of the team since 2019, was the highest paid player during retentions at ₹16.5 crore.

Axar Patel appointed captain of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025, expressing readiness and confidence in leading the team.

India all-rounder Axar Patel has been named as Rishabh Pant's successor as Delhi Capitals captain for the forthcoming Indian Premier League. Pant became the most expensive player in IPL history when he was signed by Lucknow Super Giants at last year's auction for 27 crore (£2.

Axar Patel was announced as the captain of Delhi Capitals. With this, all ten leaders have been confirmed for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. Pat Cummins is the