NEW DELHI: On Day 1 of the Indian Premier League 2025 mega Auction, Delhi Capitals went big, getting hold of nine players, including India star KL Rahul, who was bought for a whopping Rs 14 crore.
In an action-packed opening day at the auction in Jeddah, DC made some bold moves, securing several high-profile players to strengthen their squad.
The franchise delivered a major surprise by utilizing the Right to Match (RTM) option to reclaim Australian batter Jake Fraser-McGurk for a staggering Rs 9 crore.
The 22-year-old, who made a memorable debut last season, showcased his explosive potential in one of the matches against Lucknow SuperGiants.
By the season’s end, Fraser-McGurk had accumulated an impressive 330 runs in nine innings at a phenomenal strike rate of 234.
Ahead of the auction, DC had retained four core players — Axar Patel (Rs 16.50 crore), Kuldeep Yadav (Rs 13.25 crore), Tristan Stubbs (Rs 10 crore), and Abhishek Porel (Rs 4 crore).
DC now have 13 players in the squad, including 4 overseas players and have Rs 13.80 crore remaining in their purse to complete their squad.
Ahead of the mega auction, JSW-GMR co-owned DC also announced the appointment of their new coaching staff with former India cricketers Hemang Badani and Venugopal Rao joining the franchise as Head Coach (IPL) and Director of Cricket (IPL) respectively.
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Delhi Capitals complete squad list IPL 2025:
- Axar Patel (Retained)
- Kuldeep Yadav (Retained)
- Tristan Stubbs (Retained)
- Abhishek Porel (Retained)
- Mitchell Starc: 11.75 crore INR
- KL Rahul: 14 crore INR
- Harry Brook: 6.25 crore INR
- Jake Fraser- Mcgurk: 9 crore INR
- T Natrajan: 10.75 crore INR
- Karun Nair: 50lakh INR
- Sameer Rizvi: 95 lakh INR
- Ashutosh Sharma: 3.80 crore INR
- Mohit Sharma: 2.20 crore INR
- Mukesh Kumar: 8 crore INR
- Faf Du Plessis: 2 crore INR
- Darshan Markande: 30 lah INR
- Vipraj Nigam: 50 Lakh INR
- Dushmantha Chameera: 75 Lakh INR
- Donovan Ferreira: 75 Lakh INR
- Ajay Mandal: 30 Lakh INR
- Manvanth Kumar: 30 Lakh INR
- Tripurana Vijay: 30 Lakh INR
- Madhav Tiwari: 40 Lakh INR
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Player released by DC before IPL auction
Mitchell Marsh
David Warner
Syed Khaleel Ahmed
Lalit Yadav
Lungisani Ngidi
Yash Dhull
Pravin Dubey
Mukesh Kumar
Ishant Sharma
Rishabh Pant
Prithvi Shaw
Anrich Nortje
Vicky Ostwal
Kumar Kushagra
Jhye Richardson
Harry Brook
Sumit Kumar
Shai Hope
Ricky Bhui
Swastik Chhikara
Rasikh Dar
For DC, Axar (retained) remaines the most expensive player at Rs Rs 16.50 crore followed by Rahul at Rs 14 crore.
Delhi Capitals have crafted a well-rounded squad for IPL 2025, blending experience with youthful energy. The high-profile signings of KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, and Jake Fraser-McGurk provide a solid foundation for their batting and bowling departments. Retaining core players like Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Tristan Stubbs ensures stability within the squad, while the addition of new faces like T Natarajan and Harry Brook adds depth and versatility. With fresh leadership under Hemang Badani and Venugopal Rao, DC is poised for a strong season. The team’s success will depend on their ability to harness their individual talents and execute their strategies on the field. If they can strike the right balance, IPL 2025 could be their breakthrough season in the hunt for a first-ever title.
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Frequently asked questions about Delhi Capitals squad for IPL 2025
Who is the coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025?
Hemang Badani is the coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025.
Who are the captaincy options for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025?
Delhi Capitals is yet to announce their captain for IPL 2025.
Who is the bowling coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025?
Munaf Patel is the bowling coach of Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025.