IPL 2025: 3 Strengths of Delhi Capitals (DC)

Delhi Capitals (DC) will be aiming for their maiden IPL title in 2025 as they prepare for the upcoming season with a strong 22-member squad. Axar Patel has been appointed as the new captain, with Faf du Plessis as his deputy, marking the beginning of a fresh era for the franchise under new leadership and management.

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DC made some impressive moves in the auction, bringing in several outstanding players. With the squad they have assembled, the team looks capable of delivering something special for their fans this season. In certain areas, they even appear to be among the strongest teams in the tournament, given the quality of players they have secured.

Here are the 3 Strengths of DC for the IPL 2025

1. Strong batting line-up

With a batting lineup featuring KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Tristan Stubbs, Delhi Capitals (DC) look solid on paper. KL Rahul is regarded as one of the most consistent batters in IPL history, capable of anchoring an innings or accelerating when needed. Axar Patel has also improved significantly as a batter over the years and has been a reliable performer for DC in various positions. Young talents like Abhishek Porel, Sameer Rizvi, and Ashutosh Sharma can also contribute if given opportunities. Another exciting name to watch is Karun Nair. He has been in outstanding form in domestic cricket across all formats, scoring centuries with ease. If he carries that momentum into the IPL, he could be a key player for DC in the upcoming season.

2. Top-quality pace bowling options

DC has built a formidable pace-bowling unit, one that can outshine most other teams in IPL 2025. Leading the attack is Mitchell Starc, the Australian speedster who played a crucial role in Kolkata Knight Riders’ title-winning campaign last season, especially with his performances in the playoffs. Alongside him, DC have T Natarajan, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar, and Dushmantha Chameera—each bringing a unique skill set to the team. With experience in international cricket and various franchise leagues, these pacers have the potential to be match-winners. This depth in fast bowling gives captain Axar Patel the flexibility to rotate his bowlers based on game situations. Whether it is powerplay breakthroughs, middle-over containment, or death-over execution, DC's pace attack has the firepower to make a significant impact throughout the tournament.   

3. Leadership of Axar Patel and Faf du Plessis

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Axar Patel has been entrusted with the captaincy duties, while the experienced and seasoned campaigner, Faf du Plessis, has been named his deputy. Recently, Axar was also appointed as the vice-captain of Team India’s T20 squad, highlighting his growing leadership presence. Having du Plessis as his deputy will not only help Axar learn but also provide valuable support in leading the team effectively. With a strong leadership core in place, Delhi Capitals (DC) look like a formidable side heading into the upcoming IPL season.

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