Gambhir named Delhi Daredevils captain
New Delhi, March 7 (CRICKETNMORE) - Delhi Daredevils on Wednesday named veteran batsman Gautam Gambhir as their captain for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 36-year-old top-order batsman returned to the Delhi franchise after a seven-season
New Delhi, March 7 (CRICKETNMORE) - Delhi Daredevils on Wednesday named veteran batsman Gautam Gambhir as their captain for the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
The 36-year-old top-order batsman returned to the Delhi franchise after a seven-season stint with Kolkata Knight Riders, who won two IPL titles, in 2012 and 2014, under the captaincy of the former India star.
Also Read
Nidahas Trophy: India to face unpredictable Bangladesh (Preview)
Gambhir asserted that he is looking forward to working with Delhi coach and legendary Australian captain Ricky Ponting.
"It is a huge honour to once again captain Delhi. There are nerves as well as excitement as I return to the side where my IPL career started. To get this responsibility is a way for me to give back to the sport in the city," Gambhir said at a press conference.
