Former Team India captain and BCCI President Sourav Ganguly to take over as Delhi Capitals Head Coach in the Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Capitals for season 2024. Ganguly’s appointment was notified, with the stepping down of Ricky Ponting from his role (the current head coach) – as a result of the team’s underwhelming performance in IPL 2023.
Delhi Capitals concluded their campaign in the Tata IPL 2023 at the penultimate position, managing only five victories out of 14 league-stage games. As per Bengali media outlet Sangbad Pratidin, Sourav Ganguly is set to assume the head coach role while continuing as the Director of Cricket for the franchise.
Sourav Ganguly, former BCCI President, became the Director of Cricket for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2023. Amid rumors of Ricky Ponting’s departure, Delhi Capitals’ recent underwhelming performances raise speculation, while Ponting’s successful six-year tenure with the franchise adds weight to the potential decision. Ricky Ponting, who guided Mumbai Indians to an IPL title in 2015, joined Delhi Capitals in 2018. Under his leadership, DC witnessed significant improvement, finishing at the third, second, and first positions in IPL 2019, 2020, and 2021, respectively, after ending their IPL 2018 campaign in eighth place.
Ganguly’s appointment as the head coach of Delhi Capitals for IPL 2024 signals a new chapter for the team. With his wealth of experience as a player and administrator, Ganguly brings leadership and cricketing insight. The decision to replace Ponting comes after DC’s lackluster performance in the previous season, and the franchise hopes that Ganguly’s arrival can rejuvenate the team’s fortunes.
Critics have pointed out some questionable decisions made by Ponting during IPL 2023, including the batting order of all-rounder Axar Patel and the persistent inclusion of out-of-form Prithvi Shaw. Ganguly’s appointment aims to address these concerns and bring fresh perspectives and strategies to the team.
As the Delhi Capitals gear up for the 2024 season, the fans eagerly anticipate the impact Sourav Ganguly’s presence will have on the team’s performance. With his vast knowledge and passion for the game, Ganguly is expected to guide the franchise toward success in the upcoming IPL campaign.
