Delhi Capitals Squad 2026
Last updated: April 10, 2026
Below is the confirmed Delhi Capitals squad for the IPL 2026 season, grouped by role and overseas classification. Updates follow official squad announcements.
DC Batters
| Player | Overseas |
| Tristan Stubbs | 🌍 |
| Sameer Rizvi | — |
| Karun Nair | — |
| David Miller | 🌍 |
| Pathum Nissanka | 🌍 |
| Sahil Parakh | — |
| Prithvi Shaw | — |
All-rounders
| Player | Overseas |
| Axar Patel (C) | — |
| Sameer Rizvi | — |
| Ashutosh Sharma | — |
| Vipraj Nigam | — |
| Ajay Mandal | — |
| Tripurana Vijay | — |
| Madhav Tiwari | — |
| Nitish Rana | — |
Bowlers
| Player | Overseas |
| Kuldeep Yadav | — |
| Mukesh Kumar | — |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 🌍 |
| T Natarajan | — |
| Auqib Nabi | — |
| Lungi Ngidi | 🌍 |
| Kyle Jamieson | 🌍 |
| Mitchell Starc | 🌍 |
Wicketkeepers
| Player | Overseas |
| KL Rahul | — |
| Abishek Porel | — |
Delhi Capitals (DC) Roster Strategy
Delhi Capitals focus on athleticism, versatility, and multi-skill players who can adapt to different match scenarios. DC squads often feature flexible batting orders and bowlers capable of operating across multiple phases.
Overseas players are selected to enhance adaptability rather than define the squad. This system-first approach allows Delhi to adjust combinations based on form, conditions, and opposition strengths.
Notes
- Captain: Axar Patel
- Overseas Quota: 7 overseas players added.
Squad FAQ
What is an IPL squad?
An IPL squad is the complete list of players registered by a franchise for the season.
How many players can be in an IPL squad?
Teams may register up to 25 players, with a minimum of 18.
How many overseas players are allowed in the squad?
A squad can include a maximum of 8 overseas players.
Does being in the squad guarantee playing time?
No. Matchday selections depend on form, conditions, opposition, and tactical decisions.
How often is this squad page updated?
Squad pages are updated whenever official changes are confirmed.