Delhi Capitals’ head coach, Hemang Badani, acknowledged that the pitches at Arun Jaitley Stadium did not favor their team’s strengths during the IPL 2026 season. Despite a five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals, the team struggled at home, securing only two victories out of seven matches. This trend was also evident in the 2025 season, where they managed just one win out of five games in New Delhi.
Badani highlighted the team’s contrasting performance at home and away matches, emphasizing their struggles on home turf. With a loss percentage of 71.4%, the team faced challenges adapting to the unpredictable nature of the surfaces at their home ground. The coach expressed the need to treat the venue as an away ground due to the inconsistent pitch conditions.
Reflecting on their recent match against Rajasthan Royals, Badani discussed the strategic adjustments made by the team to navigate the challenging pitch conditions. Despite the difficulties, Delhi Capitals managed to secure a crucial victory, showcasing a balanced performance in both bowling and batting departments. The coach also addressed the team’s experimentation with different opening combinations throughout the season, emphasizing the complexities of decision-making in hindsight.
