Former Indian legend Yuvraj Singh has joined Delhi Capitals as an assistant and batting coach for IPL 2027, marking the start of his coaching career in this new role.
Yuvraj Singh Appointed Delhi Capitals Batting Coach Ahead of IPL 2027
Former Indian legend Yuvraj Singh has joined the Delhi Capitals team for IPL 2027. He will serve as the team's assistant and batting coach for the season. Notably, this marks Yuvraj's first-ever coaching role in his career. The franchise announced the move on Tuesday by releasing a video. In the upcoming IPL season, Yuvraj will be seen working alongside legends such as Sourav Ganguly and Chaminda Vaas.
Yuvraj Set for Coaching Debut
44-year-old Yuvraj Singh played a pivotal role in India's 2007 and 2011 World Cup victories. Now, he is embarking on a new chapter in his career by taking up a coaching role with the same team. Yuvraj shares a long-standing connection with this franchise; in 2015, he joined the Delhi team for a record ₹16 crore and played all 14 matches. Furthermore, in recent years, he has provided valuable guidance and training to numerous young and experienced Indian players.
What did Yuvraj say after becoming a coach?
Yuvraj Singh expressed great enthusiasm about starting this new innings with the Delhi Capitals. He shares a long-standing association with the team and knows the owners well. Additionally, he has expressed his eagerness to work with Sourav Ganguly and the rest of the coaching staff. During his illustrious IPL career, Yuvraj played 132 matches, scoring a total of 2,750 runs and taking 36 wickets. Recently, the Delhi Capitals appointed former Sri Lankan fast bowler Chaminda Vaas as their bowling coach.
Yuvraj has worked with players like Abhishek and Gill
Yuvraj Singh has previously worked with several young players—such as Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill—who have now become key members of the Indian team. He has played a pivotal role in enhancing their game by sharing his experience. He shares a strong bond with Abhishek Sharma; it is thanks to his guidance that Abhishek is now counted among the most dangerous and aggressive left-handed T20 batters.
