Sourav Ganguly returns to Delhi Capitals as head coach for IPL 2027

Sourav Ganguly (Image Credit: Delhi Capitals) Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has returned to Delhi Capitals as the team’s head coach for the 2027 Indian Premier League season.Ganguly takes over from Hemang Badani, under whom Delhi Capitals missed out on the IPL playoffs in the last two seasons.

Ganguly’s long association with DC

Ganguly first joined Delhi Capitals in 2019 as a consultant. Since then, he has held several roles within the franchise, including Director of Cricket for both the men’s and women’s teams.The 54-year-old was also the head coach of Pretoria Capitals, the SA20 team of Delhi Capitals, last year.“I look forward to the role of head coach in the IPL. Delhi Capitals is a franchise that is very close to my heart and I have a strong relationship with over the years,” Ganguly said in a statement shared by the franchise.

“Building a strong and fearless team”

Ganguly said his previous experience with the franchise will help him in his new role.“I have worked closely with the owners, management, support staff and players, which makes for an exciting responsibility. We have a talented group and have played a good brand of cricket in the recent past.”“I am looking forward to working with the team, to the new season and to building a strong and fearless team,” he added.

Jindal welcomes Ganguly

Delhi Capitals is jointly owned by GMR Group and JSW Group. The two groups rotate in managing the franchise every two years, with GMR’s term ending in 2026.Chairman and co-owner of DC and founder of JSW Sports Parth Jindal welcomed Ganguly’s appointment and highlighted his long association with the franchise.“Dada is and always has been an integral part of the Delhi Capitals family. I am incredibly proud and honored to announce that one of India’s greatest captains and administrators is now stepping into coaching by taking over as head coach of Delhi Capitals,” said Jindal.“I am excited to see him take up this role and I am confident that under his leadership and visionary leadership, Delhi Capitals will be best prepared to challenge for the IPL title,” he added.