Delhi Capitals have appointed Axar Patel as captain for the IPL 2025 season. Patel, a prominent all-rounder, brings extensive experience and a strong team rapport. Mohit Sharma expressed excitement about the new season and joins the team following a successful stint with Gujarat Titans.

Delhi Capitals, captained by Axar Patel, will begin their campaign on March 24 against Lucknow Super Giants with the aim of ending their 17-year-long wait to win the title.

Delhi Capitals medium-pacer Mohit Sharma has reflected his joy on the franchise's decision to appoint Axar Patel as the skipper of the side for the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League. The 36-year-old,

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

Axar Patel has been the vice-captain of Delhi Capitals (DC) for the past few seasons but had limited opportunities to lead the side.

Axar Patel, the left-handed all-rounder, has been named the captain of the Delhi Capitals team ahead of IPL 2025. Axar, who has featured in 82 matches for the Capitals since joining the team in 2019, takes over from Rishabh Pant who moved to Lucknow Super Giants in the mega auction.

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.

For the forthcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, KL Rahul has sent his best wishes to Axar Patel, his colleague and new captain of the Delhi Capitals (DC). According to reports, Rahul and Axar were both considered to be the next captain of DC.

Axar Patel steps into the captaincy role for Delhi Capitals, pursuing IPL success. Known for his performances on the field since joining in 2019, Patel aims to guide the team to its first IPL title. The seasoned all-rounder's leadership skills are backed by past experiences in various formats of cricket.

Star all-rounder Axar Patel was appointed as the captain of Delhi Capitals (DC) on March 14, 2025, ahead of the 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He will be tasked with leading the team to its first-ever IPL championship.