By Ravi
March 19, 2026
Over the 18 years of the IPL, Punjab Kings have changed their captain the most number of times. The team has changed its captain a total of 17 times.
The Delhi Capitals have changed a total of 14 captains in the history of the IPL. Currently, the team's command rests in the hands of Axar Patel.
Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins will miss the opening matches, as a result of which Ishan Kishan will take over the captaincy. The team has changed 11 captains in the history of the IPL.
Royal Challengers Bangalore has changed a total of nine captains in the history of the IPL. Currently, the captain of RCB is Rajat Patidar.
Mumbai Indians have also changed nine captains in the history of the IPL. Currently, the team is under the command of Hardik Pandya.