IPL 2019: Shreyas Iyer Set To Lead Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals announced their skipper for the upcoming edition of  Indian Premier League (IPL 2019). They are continuing with their previous year skipper Shreyas Iyer, who took the reigns from Gautam Gambhir in the middle of the tournament. The franchise announced the news while unveiling their new name.

Shreyas Iyer was asked to lead the side when Gautam Gambhir stepped away from the middle of the tournament. The youngster showed a great character in leading the side and also batted beautifully with a lot of intent.

Changing the franchise name was always on the cards after JSW Sports – owners of football club Bengaluru FC – bought 50 per cent stake in the franchise earlier this year and wants to overhaul things completely.

"Shreyas Iyer will lead the side this season"

– @ParthJindal11#ThisIsNewDelhi #DelhiCapitals pic.twitter.com/eMLUbRYQTc

— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) December 4, 2018

They also made few key modifications to their coaching panel to make the things happen this time. Shreyas Iyer, who was announced as the skipper sent his wishes via a video, as he is plying his trade for Team India in Australia.

Delhi Capitals Releases Gautam Gambhir:

Ahead of the start of the season, Delhi left Gautam Gambhir for IPL 2019. They have released them into the auction pool alongside Glenn Maxwell, Mohammad Shami and Jason Roy as well.

Coming to the core squad, they have retained Rishabh Pant, Prithvi Shaw, Chris Morris and also the Nepal Spinner. They have made the trading with Sunrisers Hyderabad to grab the services of Shikhar Dhawan as well.

Squad: