In Brief
- The 44-year-old World Cup winner makes his official IPL coaching debut with Delhi Capitals, having previously mentored several top Indian cricketers independently.
- The role marks a homecoming for Yuvraj, who played for Delhi in 2015, where he will now team up in the dugout alongside Head Coach Sourav Ganguly.
- Yuvraj was previously signed by the Delhi franchise (then Delhi Daredevils) in 2015 for a then-record ₹16 crore.
In a major addition to their backroom staff, Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Capitals announced the appointment of legendary Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh as Assistant & Batting Coach on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. The move marks the 44-year-old's maiden formal coaching assignment in professional cricket.
The appointment brings Yuvraj back to the franchise he previously represented during his playing days in 2015, when Delhi secured him for a then-IPL record sum of ₹16 crore. In his new capacity, the former World Cup winner will reunite with his former national team captain Sourav Ganguly, who serves as the franchise's Head Coach. Franchise co-owners Parth Jindal and Kiran Kumar Grandhi expressed enthusiasm over the veteran's arrival, highlighting his match-winning pedigree and proven ability to mentor emerging talent as vital assets for the squad.
Expressing his excitement about entering a new phase of his career, Yuvraj emphasized his long-standing relationship with the owners and his eagerness to work alongside Ganguly. "Coaching is something I am truly passionate about, and I cannot wait to get started with this extremely talented squad," Yuvraj stated.
Having featured in 132 IPL matches across his playing career—scoring 2,750 runs and taking 36 wickets—Yuvraj's transition to the dugout is expected to provide significant tactical depth and leadership guidance as Delhi Capitals pursue their maiden IPL title.
