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

Gambhir also said that he and the franchise are on the same page on the matter of squad composition. "Before the auctions, (CEO) Hemant (Dua) and me shared the inputs on which players to go for (at the auctions)."

Congratulating Gambhir on his appointment, Ponting hoped that the left-hander will have a successful stint with the Delhi team.

"Gauti has been a leader for a very long time. He has always proven himself to be one of the top leaders during his stint with other sides in the IPL. He has a big personality, but it is the drive behind the outward confidence which I think will inspire the rest of the team," Ponting said.

"He has the respect of the dressing room and the franchise is proud to have him as our captain. I would like to congratulate him on the appointment and wish him all the very best," the former Australia captain added.