Sourav Ganguly Appointed Delhi Capitals Head Coach Ahead of IPL 2027

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has been appointed as the head coach of Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The franchise confirmed the appointment through a social media post on Tuesday, formalising a move that had been widely anticipated.

Ganguly is expected to be joined by former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, who is likely to take up the role of batting coach. However, Delhi Capitals have not yet made an official announcement regarding Yuvraj's appointment.

The coaching overhaul comes after Delhi Capitals finished sixth in the 2026 IPL season. The franchise is set to move on from the coaching team that had been in place for the previous two seasons, which included team director Venugopal Rao, head coach Hemang Badani, bowling coach Munaf Patel and assistant coach Ian Bell.

"Delhi Capitals is a franchise very close to my heart, and one that I have shared a strong relationship with over the years," Ganguly said after his appointment. "I have worked closely with the owners, management, support staff and players, which makes this an exciting responsibility for me."

"We have a talented group and have played a good brand of cricket in the recent past. I am looking forward to working with the squad, the new season, and building a strong and fearless team," he added.

Ganguly has maintained a close association with Delhi Capitals and its ownership group over the years. He joined JSW Sports as its director of cricket in 2024 and had previously served as Delhi's mentor during the 2019 IPL season, before taking over as BCCI president.

His appointment also marks another step in his coaching career. Ganguly served as head coach of Pretoria Capitals in the SA20 during the 2025 season, his first major coaching assignment. He has also remained involved with Delhi Capitals' Women's Premier League setup.

The latest development comes in line with the operational arrangement between DC's co-owners, GMR Sports India Pvt Ltd and JSW Sports. Following the 2024 IPL season, the two ownership groups agreed to alternate control of the franchise's operations in two-year cycles.

Delhi Capitals chairman and co-owner Parth Jindal welcomed Ganguly's appointment, describing him as an integral part of the franchise's family.

"Dada [Ganguly] is and has always been an integral part of the Delhi Capitals family. I am incredibly proud and honoured to announce that one of the greatest Indian captains and administrators is now stepping into coaching by taking over as the head coach of the Delhi Capitals," Jindal said.

"I am excited to see him take on this role and I'm sure that under his guidance and visionary leadership Delhi Capitals will be best prepared to challenge for the IPL title," he added.

GMR Sports founder and DC co-owner Kiran Kumar Grandhi also backed Ganguly's appointment, highlighting his understanding of the franchise and his experience in cricket administration.

"Ganguly has played an important role in strengthening our cricketing structure. His deep understanding of the franchise, coupled with his experience and leadership, will be invaluable as we move forward," Grandhi said.

The franchise has also made a major move in its playing squad ahead of IPL 2027, bringing back India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant from Lucknow Super Giants. Pant returns to Delhi as part of a trade involving spinner Kuldeep Yadav.

Pant spent nine seasons with Delhi Capitals from 2016 to 2024 and is now set for a reunion with the franchise.

With Ganguly taking charge and Pant returning to the squad, Delhi Capitals will hope the changes can finally help them end their wait for a maiden IPL title.