
Delhi Capitals (DC) are preparing for IPL 2027 with a new coaching structure led by former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who was appointed head coach on October 6, 2026. The franchise is co-owned by JSW and GMR, and the coaching transition follows changes to the previous coaching group after the 2026 season.
Delhi Capitals have also appointed former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh as assistant and batting coach ahead of IPL 2027. This marks Yuvraj’s first formal coaching role in the IPL. The new leadership group is expected to focus on batting development, tactical planning and building a stronger team for the upcoming season. Some specialist coaching and support-staff appointments remain unconfirmed, so their roles should be treated as provisional until officially announced.
DC IPL 2027 Coaching Staff: Full List
|
Name |
Role |
Appointment / Tenure |
|---|---|---|
|
Sourav Ganguly |
Head Coach |
Appointed on October 6, 2026 |
|
Yuvraj Singh |
Assistant Coach and Batting Coach |
Appointed in October 2026 for IPL 2027 |
|
Chaminda Vaas |
Fast-Bowling Coach |
Reported appointment; confirmation required |
|
Amit Mishra |
Spin-Bowling Coach |
Reported appointment; confirmation required |
|
John Mooney |
Fielding Coach |
Listed in projected 2027 support staff |
|
Yalaka Gnaneswara Rao |
Assistant Fielding Coach |
Listed in projected 2027 support staff |
|
Vijay Bharadwaj |
Head of Scouting |
Listed in the support structure |
|
Iqbal Abdulla |
Talent Scout |
Listed in the support structure |
DC Coaching Staff: Roles and Responsibilities
Sourav Ganguly – Head Coach
Sourav Ganguly was appointed Delhi Capitals’ head coach on October 6, 2026, ahead of IPL 2027. His association with the franchise began in 2019, when he joined as an advisor. He later held leadership positions, including Director of Cricket for the men’s and women’s teams.
As head coach, Ganguly will oversee team strategy, training, player development and match preparation. His international captaincy and administrative experience will be important as Delhi Capitals aim to win their first IPL title.
Yuvraj Singh – Assistant Coach and Batting Coach
Yuvraj Singh was appointed assistant and batting coach of Delhi Capitals in October 2026. The former India all-rounder won the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup and brings extensive international and IPL experience to the coaching group.
His responsibilities will include helping batters improve their technique, developing aggressive scoring strategies and preparing the batting unit for different match situations. IPL 2027 will mark his first formal coaching role in the league.
Chaminda Vaas – Fast-Bowling Coach
Former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas has been reported as a potential addition to Delhi Capitals’ IPL 2027 coaching setup. He brings extensive international experience in swing bowling and new-ball preparation.
His appointment should be treated as provisional until confirmed by the franchise. If appointed, he would be expected to help the pace attack with bowling technique, line and length, and match-specific strategies.
Amit Mishra – Spin-Bowling Coach
Former India leg-spinner Amit Mishra has been linked with a spin-bowling coaching role at Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027. He has extensive IPL experience and previously represented the franchise during his playing career.
A spin-bowling coach would help players develop variations, improve control and create plans for different pitches and opposition batters. His appointment remains subject to official confirmation.
John Mooney – Fielding Coach
John Mooney has been listed in projected Delhi Capitals support-staff information as fielding coach. The role involves improving catching, ground fielding, throwing accuracy and coordination across the team. His IPL 2027 position should be verified against the franchise’s final coaching announcement.
DC Medical and Support Staff
|
Name |
Role |
Tenure / Status |
|---|---|---|
|
Craig Anthony de Weymarn |
Physiotherapist |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Deep Tomar |
Assistant Physiotherapist |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Amit Kumar |
Assistant Physiotherapist |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Sajan Thakur |
Strength and Conditioning Coach |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Sai Pranay Alakanti |
Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Hrushikesh Deo |
Performance Analyst |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
DC Management and Administration Team
|
Name / Organisation |
Position |
Tenure / Status |
|---|---|---|
|
Parth Jindal |
Chairman and Co-owner |
Associated with JSW Sports and Delhi Capitals |
|
Kiran Kumar Grandhi |
Co-owner |
Associated with GMR Group and Delhi Capitals |
|
JSW Sports |
Co-owner and operating partner |
Involved in franchise ownership and management |
|
GMR Group |
Co-owner |
Long-standing franchise ownership partner |
|
Vijay Bharadwaj |
Head of Scouting |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Iqbal Abdulla |
Talent Scout |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Srinath Balaji Nagarajan |
Team Manager |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
|
Raoul McPherson |
Assistant Team Manager |
Listed in projected support-staff information |
Former Delhi Capitals Coaching Staff
|
Name |
Previous Role |
|---|---|
|
Hemang Badani |
Head Coach |
|
Venugopal Rao |
Director of Cricket |
|
Munaf Patel |
Bowling Coach |
|
Ian Bell |
Assistant Coach |
|
John Mooney |
Fielding Coach |