IPL 2025: Axar Patel likely to be appointed as captain of Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals have roped in marquee Indian star KL Rahul in the recent mega auction for IPL 2025. DC bought Rahul for Rs 14 crore after an intense bidding war of Rs 14 crore.

Though speculation is rife that Rahul may lead DC in IPL 2025, many fans and experts are of the opinion that all-rounder Axar Patel should be given the rein of the team as skipper.

According to former India opener Aakash Chopra, Axar commands respect in the dressing room and is one of the senior members of the side, and he has the ability to run the team.

Axar has been retained by DC and he has been a consistent all-round performer for the team for many years.

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“Axar Patel should be the captain of DC. If you give me the option, I would say make Axar the captain. He is extremely underrated, very mature, fantastic performer, and he will run the team very well. He is someone who will command respect by the players,” said Chopra.

“Rahul could be the other option. The third could be Faf du Plessis if they wish so. However, they might not play Faf from the start because they used the Right To Match card for Jake Fraser-McGurk. So I am thinking between Axar and Rahul but the management hasn’t given any clarity yet. My vote goes towards Axar because his performances on this ground have been exceptional,” the former India opener added.