In a major leadership shake-up ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Delhi Capitals have appointed former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly as their new head coach. Ganguly replaces Hemang Badani, marking his first official stint as a head coach in the league.
While Sourav Ganguly has long been associated with the franchise in an advisory capacity—specifically as the ‘Director of Cricket’ for the JSW-GMR-owned Delhi Capitals and its sister franchises—this new appointment sees him directly taking charge of on-field tactics and team preparation.
Sourav Ganguly replaces Hemang Badani, marking his first official stint as a head coach in the league
Sourav Ganguly has been with the Capitals since 2019, serving in various roles, including ‘Director of Cricket’ for both the men’s and women’s teams. This appointment marks his debut in the role of an IPL head coach.
In a statement, Sourav Ganguly said, “I am excited to take on the role of head coach in the IPL. Delhi Capitals is very close to my heart, and I have shared a deep bond with the team for a long time. Having worked closely with the owners, management, support staff, and players, this is an exciting responsibility for me. We have a talented squad and have played good cricket recently. I look forward to working with the team, the new season, and building a strong, fearless side.”
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Welcoming the appointment, Delhi Capitals Chairman and Co-owner Parth Jindal stated that Sourav Ganguly has been “an integral part of the Delhi Capitals family” and that his experience and leadership will prove invaluable in this new role.
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The Capitals are also assembling a high-profile, star-studded coaching staff to support Ganguly. The names of several members of this team have already been revealed. In this setup, legendary Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is joining as the batting coach, former Sri Lankan fast bowler Chaminda Vaas as the fast bowling coach, and IPL veteran Amit Mishra as the spin bowling coach.
