Delhi Capitals: IPL Team Profile, Squad, Records & History
Explore Delhi Capitals (DC), one of the original franchises of the Indian Premier League. Discover the Delhi Capitals squad, captains, home venue, IPL records, recent season performance and franchise history.
Delhi Capitals at a Glance
Key information about Delhi Capitals, their IPL history, home ground and championship record.
About Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals (DC) are an IPL franchise based in Delhi, India. The team has been part of the Indian Premier League since the inaugural 2008 season and traditionally plays its home matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
The franchise originally competed under the name Delhi Daredevils before being renamed Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2019 IPL season. The change marked a new phase for the franchise as it developed a stronger identity around young Indian talent and experienced international players.
Delhi Capitals reached their first IPL final in 2020. They finished runners-up after losing the final to Mumbai Indians. The team has also featured several notable Indian and overseas players throughout its IPL history.
Delhi Capitals Home Ground
Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi is the traditional home venue of Delhi Capitals. The historic stadium has hosted IPL matches as well as major international cricket fixtures.
Delhi Capitals Team Information
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Delhi Capitals |
| Former Name | Delhi Daredevils |
| Team Code | DC |
| League | Indian Premier League |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Home Ground | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
| IPL Titles | 0 |
| Best Finish | Runners-Up, 2020 |
| 2026 Captain | Axar Patel |
Delhi Capitals IPL Final Appearance
Delhi Capitals have reached the IPL final once in their history.
Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026
Delhi Capitals continued their IPL campaign in 2026 with a squad combining experienced Indian players and international talent.
| Season | Captain | Team | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPL 2026 | Axar Patel | Delhi Capitals | Indian Premier League |
Delhi Capitals Squad
The Delhi Capitals squad features experienced Indian players, international cricketers, all-rounders, wicketkeepers and specialist bowlers.
Key Delhi Capitals Players
Axar Patel
Captain and experienced Indian all-rounder
KL Rahul
Indian batter and wicketkeeper
Kuldeep Yadav
Left-arm wrist spinner
Mitchell Starc
Australian fast bowler
Abishek Porel
Indian wicketkeeper-batter
Tristan Stubbs
South African batter and wicketkeeper
Delhi Capitals History
Delhi Capitals were one of the eight original franchises that participated in the first edition of the Indian Premier League in 2008. The franchise initially competed as Delhi Daredevils.
During the early years of the IPL, Delhi featured several prominent players including Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, AB de Villiers, David Warner and Amit Mishra.
The franchise was renamed Delhi Capitals in 2019. The change coincided with a period of improved performances, with Delhi reaching the playoffs and eventually qualifying for their first IPL final in 2020.
In the 2020 final, Delhi Capitals faced Mumbai Indians in Dubai. Mumbai Indians won the match, leaving Delhi as runners-up for the season.
Delhi Capitals have continued to build their squad around a mixture of young Indian players and established international cricketers. Their IPL journey remains an important part of the wider Indian Premier League history.
Delhi Capitals Recent IPL Seasons
| Season | Team Name | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Delhi Capitals | Playoffs |
| 2020 | Delhi Capitals | Runners-Up |
| 2021 | Delhi Capitals | Playoffs |
| 2022 | Delhi Capitals | League Stage |
| 2023 | Delhi Capitals | League Stage |
| 2024 | Delhi Capitals | League Stage |
| 2025 | Delhi Capitals | League Stage |
| 2026 | Delhi Capitals | IPL 2026 |
Arun Jaitley Stadium
The historic Delhi venue has been the traditional home ground of Delhi Capitals.
Originally known as Feroz Shah Kotla, the Arun Jaitley Stadium is one of India’s historic cricket venues and hosts Delhi Capitals home matches during the IPL.
Delhi Capitals Captain
Delhi Capitals Records
Delhi Capitals Playing Style
Delhi Capitals have generally built their IPL squads around a mix of young Indian talent and experienced international players. The team has frequently looked for players capable of contributing across different phases of a T20 match.
Spin bowling has been an important part of Delhi’s recent squads, with Kuldeep Yadav providing a major wicket-taking option in the middle overs.
The franchise has also relied on all-rounders such as Axar Patel to provide balance between batting and bowling. Delhi’s squad structure has continued to evolve through different IPL seasons.
Delhi Capitals FAQs
How many IPL titles have Delhi Capitals won?
Delhi Capitals have not won the IPL championship. Their best result came in 2020 when they finished as runners-up.
When did Delhi Capitals reach the IPL final?
Delhi Capitals reached their first IPL final in 2020, where they faced Mumbai Indians.
Who is the captain of Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026?
Axar Patel is listed as the Delhi Capitals captain for IPL 2026.
Where do Delhi Capitals play their home matches?
Delhi Capitals traditionally play their home matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
What was Delhi Capitals called before?
Delhi Capitals were previously known as Delhi Daredevils. The franchise adopted the Delhi Capitals name in 2019.
When did Delhi Capitals enter the IPL?
Delhi’s franchise entered the Indian Premier League in 2008, during the inaugural IPL season.
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