Axar Patel has been appointed captain of Delhi Capitals (DC) for IPL 2025. He has been with DC since 2019 and was their top retention for INR 16.50 crore ahead of the mega auction last November. While his captaincy experience isn't extensive,

The 31-year-old initially joined the Capitals in 2019 and has since emerged as one of the top-performing players for the franchise across the six seasons with his ability to step up to the occasion.

Axar Patles, who has played 82 matches for the Delhi Capitals since joining the team in 2019, replaces Rishabh Pant in the role.

England batsman Harry Brook pulled out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the second successive year, a decision that could trigger a ban from future editions. Brook was signed by Delhi Capitals in December 2023 but pulled out of last year's campaign following the death of his grandmother.

IPL 2025 is going to start from 22 March. But, before that, a decision on England's star player Harry Brook could lead to a 2-year ban on him. Brook was bought by Delhi Capitals in the mega auction of IPL 2025.

Harry Brook wants to fully commit to England cricket after their early exit from ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He apologised to Delhi Capitals' fans.

England batsman Harry Brook on Monday pulled out of the Indian Premier League, saying he needed "to recharge" and focus on international cricket. "It is a really important time for England cricket and I want to fully commit to preparing for the upcoming series,

Harry Brook apologised to the Delhi Capitals franchise and their supporters for pulling out of IPL 2025 in a note shared on social media.