By Steve Smith:
Steve Smith is the safest choice for Delhi Capitals management. The former Australian skipper has led several IPL teams in the past and has a decent record as captain. In 43 games as IPL captain, Smith has won 25 and lost 17 matches.
Ravichandran Ashwin:
The Delhi Capitals can also hand over the captaincy to Ravichandran Ashwin. Ashwin is considered to be a street-smart and deep thinking cricketer and has also led Kings XI Punjab in previous IPL seasons. The Chennai lad has won 12 IPL games and lost 16 as skipper.
Ajinkya Rahane:
The Delhi Capitals management could also consider Ajinkya Rahane. Under Rahane, India were able to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia last year for the second consecutive time. Rahane was widely praised for his ability to handle the pressure after India’s batting debacle at Adelaide. Rahane has also led IPL sides before and won nine games from 25 matches.
Rishabh Pant:
The emergence of Rishabh Pant the batsman has surely excited the fans and many cricket pundits and fans feel that the 23-year-old could lead Delhi Capitals in Iyer’s absence. However, the Delhi lad has no experience of leading a side in the IPL that could go against him.
Shikhar Dhawan:
The Delhi Capitals can consider making Shikhar Dhawan their captain for the upcoming IPL season. Dhawan had also led Sunrisers Hyderabad for two IPL seasons and had performed decently as their skipper.
