Delhi Daredevils announce Gambhir as captain for IPL 2018
Delhi Daredevils on Wednesday announced Gautam Gambhir as their new skipper for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018 season. The southpaw represented the Daredevils in the first three seasons of the IPL. He was bought for Rs. 2.8 crore at the Bengaluru auction in January 2018. Gambhir stated he is honoured to lead the side and is looking forward to work with Ricky Ponting.
Facts: Gambhir a consistent IPL batsman
Gambhir has been successful in IPL with 4,132 runs in 148 matches. During the last 10 seasons he has scored 35 fifties. He had scored 500+ runs in three different IPL seasons. Last season, he amassed 498 runs for KKR at an average of 41.50.
His achievements at KKR
Gambhir was bought by Kolkata Knight Riders in 2011, for a record $2.5 million. He captained the side in seven successive seasons. He scored a record 590 runs in 2012 campaign helping KKR to win their first ever IPL trophy. He led them to the 2nd IPL title in 2014. In seven seasons under Gambhir, KKR reached the play-offs five times.
Gambhir's style of captaincy
Gambhir backs his instincts and is an attacking captain. He has been an aggressive captain over the years in the IPL. Taking the baton himself, he made sure he led from the front and was always an example to follow for the rest.
How does Delhi shape up With Gambhir?
Gambhir's return to Delhi, which is his hometown, could lift the mood of the camp. Delhi have assembled a solid looking unit this season and Gambhir is the right choice to lead the side. Delhi will look up to Gambhir for his consistency at the top and strike a balance. His alliance with coach Ricky Ponting shows that DD have gone for champion leaders.
