Delhi Capitals on Tuesday announced the appointment of former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh as assistant & batting coach of the franchise ahead of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season.
A veteran of 304 ODIs, 40 Tests, and 58 T20Is, as well as a multiple World Cup winner, the 44-year-old has mentored several established and emerging Indian stars in recent years. In 2015, the franchise (then Delhi Daredevils) secured his services for a record Rs 16 crore, which made him the most expensive player in IPL history at the time. He went on to represent the franchise in all 14 matches that season.
Speaking on the appointment, Delhi Capitals chairman and co-owner, Parth Jindal, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Yuvi to the Delhi Capitals family. Kiran Kumar Grandhi, co-owner, Delhi Capitals, and GMR Sports Founder, said, “We are delighted to welcome Yuvraj Singh to Delhi Capitals as our Assistant & Batting Coach. This appointment marks his first formal coaching role, with Yuvraj set to make his IPL coaching debut with Delhi Capitals. The appointment also marks a reunion with the Delhi franchise for Yuvraj. “Coaching is something I am truly passionate about, and I cannot wait to get started with this extremely talented squad. I’m sure it’s going to be an exciting journey for me, and I look forward to contributing to the team’s success,” he added. His experience, winning mindset, and ability to connect with players will be invaluable to our squad. His remarkable career, competitive spirit, and deep understanding of the game make him a tremendous addition to our coaching setup.
Yuvi is one of Indian cricket’s greatest match-winners and someone who has played a pivotal role in mentoring many of the brightest young talents in Indian cricket today.
