Archive · 23 Dec 2025
Jemimah Rodrigues Named Delhi Capitals Captain for WPL 2026
Jemimah Rodrigues, who played a big role in India's Women's World Cup 2025 win, will be the new captain of the Delhi Capitals in the Women's Premier League (WPL) for the 2026 season.
The team made this decision after letting go of their previous captain, Meg Lanning.
Jemimah was already a key player for the Delhi Capitals and was their top cricketer.
The official announcement will be made on December 23.
Some fans and analysts are excited about this choice, while others think the team might have considered other experienced captains.
The Delhi Capitals want an Indian captain, and Jemimah's promotion fits this plan.
She played a crucial role in India's World Cup victory, including scoring an unbeaten 127 in the semifinal against Australia.
Jemimah Rodrigues will be named the new captain of the Delhi Capitals for the WPL 2026 season.
She was retained by the Delhi Capitals ahead of the WPL 2026 mega auction and was their top cricketer.
The official announcement is set for December 23.
Rodrigues played a pivotal role in India's Women's World Cup 2025 victory, including scoring an unbeaten 127 in the semifinal against Australia.
Some fans and analysts have expressed mixed opinions about the choice of captain, with some believing other experienced international captains could have been considered.
- Who
- Jemimah Rodrigues, Delhi Capitals
- What
- Jemimah Rodrigues named as the new captain for Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026
- When
- Announcement to be made on December 23
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To lead the team in the upcoming WPL 2026 season following her outstanding performance in the Women's World Cup 2025
Delhi Capitals
Fans and Analysts
Leadership Choice
Delhi Capitals
Jemimah Rodrigues is a proven leader and key player, making her the ideal choice for captain.
Fans and Analysts
Some fans and analysts believe the team should have considered other experienced international captains for the role.
- New Captain
- Jemimah Rodrigues
- Team
- Delhi Capitals
- League
- Women's Premier League (WPL)
- Season
- 2026
- Announcement Date
- December 23
- Previous Captain
- Meg Lanning
- Rodrigues' Role in World Cup 2025
- Key player in India's maiden World Cup win
- Rodrigues' Notable Performance
- Unbeaten 127 in the semifinal against Australia
Sources
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