India’s cricket star, Jemimah Rodrigues, known for her exceptional performance in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, is set to lead Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026. Having been a key player for the team in previous seasons, Rodrigues, a right-handed batter, takes over the captaincy from Australian great Meg Lanning.
Rodrigues expressed her excitement about the new role during an interview on Jiohotstar, acknowledging Lanning’s significant influence on the team. She highlighted the learning experience of taking over from Lanning and discussed the upcoming season’s challenges and opportunities.
Ahead of Delhi Capitals’ first match against Mumbai Indians in WPL 2026, Rodrigues reflected on the legacy left by Lanning and her own leadership journey. Drawing from her experience leading her state team, she emphasized the positive impact of the added responsibility on her performance and the team’s dynamics.
Delhi Capitals, gearing up to face Mumbai Indians in the opening game, are optimistic about the season despite previous losses to their opponents in the finals. Rodrigues’ leadership and the team’s collective effort aim to build on past successes and strive for a strong performance in the upcoming tournament.
