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3 Delhi Capitals players who could get a bigger role under Sourav Ganguly

Delhi Capitals have appointed Sourav Ganguly as their head coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season, marking a shift in leadership after two years under Hemang Badani. The franchise finished sixth in the 2026 league stage, and Ganguly’s arrival—his first formal head-coaching role with the team—could reshape the squad’s dynamics, particularly for three players who may see increased opportunities.

With Australia’s Mitchell Starc’s availability uncertain due to the Ashes and the 2027 ODI World Cup, New Zealand seamer Kyle Jamieson could step into a more prominent role as the team’s primary overseas pace option. His limited appearances in 2026 left his potential untapped, but a settled spot could allow him to showcase his powerplay and death-over capabilities more consistently.

Madhav Tiwari, Delhi’s domestic all-rounder, could also benefit from Ganguly’s coaching approach, having only solidified his place in the side late in the 2026 season. His ability to contribute with both seam bowling and lower-order hitting offers flexibility, a trait Ganguly’s regime may prioritize.

Meanwhile, the departure of Kuldeep Yadav to Lucknow Super Giants opens a spot in Delhi’s spin attack, and Vipraj Nigam—an all-rounder with leg-spin and batting prowess—could now push for a regular role alongside Axar Patel. Ganguly’s emphasis on squad balance may give Nigam the extended run needed to establish himself as the team’s secondary spinner.

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