Full list of Overseas Players Delhi Capitals Will Release Ahead Of IPL 2025 Mega Auction

The Delhi Capitals finished seventh in IPL 2024, a season that saw the return of Rishabh Pant as captain. While the team had an overall ordinary season, Pant himself performed well, scoring over 400 runs and ending with 446 runs at an average of over 40. Despite his efforts, the Capitals couldn’t break their streak of never winning the IPL title, a legacy they share with just two other original franchises.

The team had enjoyed a couple of successful seasons in IPL 2020 and 2021, reaching the playoffs. However, their fortunes took a dip after those high points. Rishabh Pant’s injury before the 2024 season was a major setback, leaving the team without their star player. His return this season was a lone bright spot in an otherwise disappointing campaign.

Before the IPL meeting, Ricky Ponting stepped down as coach after seven seasons at the helm. Despite being one of the most successful captains in international cricket, Ponting couldn’t replicate that success in the IPL as a coach. Sourav Ganguly is expected to step in as the new coach, signaling yet another period of change for the franchise as they seek to end their title drought.

The recent IPL owners’ meeting with the BCCI centered on the issue of player retention. SRH owner Kavya Maran advocated for allowing teams to retain 7-8 players, arguing that this would help maintain a strong core and build continuity. The BCCI has yet to make a final decision on the matter, but it has become clear that some major changes might be on the horizon.

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With these discussions ongoing, the Delhi Capitals are likely to release a few overseas players before the IPL 2025 mega auction. Here are three players who might be let go:

Mitchell Marsh
Mitchell Marsh has had a career plagued by injuries, which has affected his consistency in the IPL. During his time with the Delhi Capitals, Marsh has managed just 440 runs in 21 matches over two seasons, averaging slightly above 20. For a player of his talent, these numbers fall short of expectations, and the Delhi management might decide to move on from him.

Harry Brook
Harry Brook was signed by Delhi Capitals for 4 crores, but he pulled out of the season citing personal reasons. His unexpected withdrawal left the franchise scrambling for a replacement. This situation, combined with Brook’s apparent lack of commitment to the team, might lead the Capitals to release him and explore more reliable options in the upcoming auction.

Jhye Richardson
Jhye Richardson, the Australian pacer, might also find himself on the release list. The Capitals preferred using Anrich Nortje over Richardson due to Nortje’s raw pace and ability to deliver consistently. Richardson, on the other hand, has struggled to make a significant impact in the IPL. His inconsistency might prompt the Delhi management to let him go as they look to rebuild for the future.