Delhi Capitals Squad and Season Preview for IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals are ready for IPL 2025 with a new approach and a well-balanced squad. After finishing 6th last season, they will be aiming for a stronger performance to secure a playoff spot. With experienced players and fresh talent, Delhi could be a team to watch, however they are not among the title favorites this year as you will find out later on and we do not believe they will be strong enough to make it to the final four this year.

Full Squad for IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals have assembled a strong squad with depth in both batting and bowling.

Batters: KL Rahul, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Ashutosh Sharma.
Wicketkeepers: Abhishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira.
All-rounders: Axar Patel, Sameer Rizvi, Ajay Mandal, Madhav Tiwari, Manvanth Kumar, Tripurana Vijay, Vipraj Nigam.
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Darshan Nalkande.

With a solid core, Delhi Capitals offer plenty of options for Dream 11 fantasy players this season, considering their underdog position, some players might be able to surprise if they team starts performing.

Performance in IPL 2024

Delhi Capitals finished 6th in the standings last season, narrowly missing out on the playoffs. Despite strong individual performances, they lacked consistency in crucial matches. With key players retained and new signings, they will be looking to break into the top four this time.

Key Players to Watch

KL Rahul: The marquee signing at ₹14 crore brings experience and stability to the batting lineup. His calm and impactful approach makes him a crucial player.
Axar Patel: The captain, coming off a win in the ICC, and a reliable all-rounder, retained for ₹16.5 crore, will play a vital role in both batting and bowling.
Mitchell Starc: Signed for ₹11.75 crore, the left-arm pacer is known for his precision in death overs and will lead the bowling attack.

Delhi Capitals Title Odds for IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals have been given odds of 13.00 to win the title, placing them as underdogs. However, with a strong squad and key players stepping up, they have the potential to surprise.

Opening Match in IPL 2025

Delhi Capitals will kick off their season against Lucknow Super Giants on March 24, 2025, at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.

Currently Delhi is a slight favorite to take home the win against Lucknow. On average, odds are in their favor at 1.75 vs 1.95 at time of writing.

Fantasy cricket players should consider KL Rahul, Axar Patel, and Mitchell Starc for their Dream 11 lineups. With a determined squad, Delhi Capitals will aim to start the season with a strong performance.