Before the start of the eighteenth season of the Indian Premier League, Delhi Capitals shocked everybody by naming former Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper, Faf du Plessis as the vic-captain. The fo

Delhi Capitals have made a huge announcement and confirmed their vice-captain for IPL 2025. KL Rahul, who reportedly rejected DC's offer to lead the team, will not be part of the leadership group. The franchise recently appointed Axar Patel as their captain for the upcoming season.

KL Rahul, who was reportedly approached by the franchise to take on the captaincy role, opted against being part of the leadership group.

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.

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

The Delhi Capitals are looking to make a strong title run in IPL 2025 with a squad featuring key players such as captain Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, and Faf du Plessis. The team's mix of youth and experience aims to turn the tide in their favor this season.

KL Rahul ignored once again as Delhi Capitals confirmed Axar Patel's deputy for the upcoming edition of the IPL.

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Faf du Plessis has been appointed as vice-captain of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025.