The Delhi Capitals (DC) has been the epitome of consistency for a long time Women’s Premier Leaguebut the ultimate prize remained elusive. After three straight runner-up finishes, the franchise entered the 2026 era with a bold vision to reshape its identity and finally bridge the gap between excellence and championship glory. This strategic shift began with a tough decision to move on from a legendary leadership era Meg Lanning favoring a core that resonates more deeply with the local fan base.
Delhi Capitals have officially announced the World Cup winner as their new captain for the 2026 WPL season
In a landmark announcement on Tuesday, DC officially named the Indian star Rodrogue As its new captain for the 2026 season. The 25-year-old Australian icon took over from Lanning, who led the side to three finals, but was released ahead of the mega-auction as the franchise sought an Indian face for the top job.
Jemimah, DC’s first signing in the inaugural WPL auction, scored 507 runs in 27 matches at a strike rate of 139.66 and became a cornerstone of the team’s dressing room culture. His appointment follows a “dream year” in international cricket, led by a historic unbeaten 127 in the 2025 ODI World Cup semi-final against Australia. On December 14, the franchise made an emotional reveal during a mock ‘fan meet’ where Jemimah was surprised with videos of her family and childhood coach before being presented with a personalized captain’s jersey.
“It is an absolute honor to be named the captain of Delhi Capitals and I am deeply grateful to the owners and support staff for believing in me to lead this team. It has truly been a dream year for me and my family, winning the World Cup and now being entrusted with this wonderful opportunity in a franchise that has held a very special place in my heart since the first year of the WPL. I want to bring about the change I want. I also thank Mega for the way he has led the team over the last three years and the culture he has set for the team. He’s inspired me and I owe it to him. I’ve learned a lot over the past three years and shared some of my best moments here, and I can’t wait to finally cross that line that’s eluded us.” Cemimah reported this with reference to the official website of Delhi Capitals.
Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal is in a leadership change
Delhi Partner Part Jindal He made it clear that the decision to appoint Jemimah was driven by a clear organizational philosophy to strengthen Indian leadership. Despite the presence of high-profile overseas stars like Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp, Jindal emphasized that the franchise wanted a leader who could create a deep connection with the local players and Indian supporters.
During the mega auction, DC remained disciplined in their strategy, building a squad designed to support the young Indian captain while adding tactical depth through signings. Sneh Rana and Chinelle Henry. Jindal noted that Jemimah’s “magical” performances on the world stage, combined with her years of service as Lanning’s deputy, made her the undisputed choice to lead the next term. The management believes that his boundless energy and newfound maturity as a World Cup winner are the exact ingredients needed to turn their final series into a trophy.
“Jemimah has been with us since day one and I had no doubts that one day she would captain the team. Apart from her heroics on the field, her infectious smile and boundless energy have made her a much-loved presence in the dressing room and I am sure she will lead the team exceptionally well. We are very clear that we would like to have as many captains as India’s captain. it’s clear we want to go with the captain. Her magical knock against Australia in the ICC Women’s World Cup semi-final was truly inspiring and we are extremely proud to have her represent the Delhi Capitals and now lead the team. I wish her the best as she embarks on this new chapter and I’m sure she will excel in that role and help us get over the line after three consecutive finals.” Jindal said.
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Delhi Capitals WPL 2026 Plan
The new-look Delhi Capitals team for 2026 has been carefully crafted to complement Jemimah’s aggressive yet calculated style of play. While Lanning moved to the UP Warriorz, DC successfully retained their “backbone” of them. Shafali Verma, Marizanne Kapp and Annabel Sutherland₹2.2 crore each. The WPL 2026 auction addition Laura Volwardt For ₹ 1.10 crore, he is considered one of the best value picks of the season, providing a steady opening partner for Shafali. bringing in domestic veterans such as Sneh RanaDC Jemimah has ensured she has an experienced “leadership team” to consult on the field. The squad now has more than six suitable bowling options and a batting line-up that has removed the explosiveness that the management felt was lacking in previous seasons. With a core that has already experienced the pressure of three finals and the confidence of a World Cup victory, the 2026 Capitals look more balanced than ever.
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