Axar Patel’s tenure as Delhi Capitals captain in IPL 2025 is off to an inspiring start, and fans have already embraced him as their new leader. His appointment raised a few eyebrows initially—especially with the experienced KL Rahul also in the squad—but Axar has responded in style, both with the bat and as a tactician.
Under his calm yet confident leadership, DC currently sit second on the IPL points table with six wins in eight games, showing a renewed sense of purpose and unity. Their latest triumph came on the road against the Lucknow Super Giants, where Delhi chased down a modest 160-run target with eight wickets in hand.
KL Rahul led from the front with an unbeaten 57, while Axar played the perfect supporting role, contributing a crucial 34 not out off 20 balls to see the team through with ease. Post-match, an off-field moment stole hearts when Axar was seen placing a hand-written placard into his kitbag with great care.
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When asked about it, he smiled and revealed, “DC Toli gave this to me in Delhi. Look where I’ve kept it—I keep it safely in my heart.” He also showed another message from a fan named M Sai Bhargav, saying, “He had sent best wishes for me. I’ve kept it carefully. It is love.”
Bapu carries a piece of DC Toli with him everywhere! 🥹🫶 pic.twitter.com/Mg57uq0eE8
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 23, 2025
The video, shared by the franchise on social media, also featured warm glimpses of Axar’s welcome in Delhi, where fans showed their appreciation for his leadership during the home clash against the Rajasthan Royals.
On the field, DC looked sharp. Mukesh Kumar starred with the ball, picking up four wickets to restrict LSG to 159. Mitchell Starc and Dushmantha Chameera chipped in with a wicket each.
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Abhishek Porel laid the foundation with a brisk 51, even as Karun Nair fell early. After Porel’s dismissal to Aiden Markram, Axar and Rahul calmly steered Delhi home. DC will next take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, April 27, in what promises to be another thrilling contest.
