Veteran South African all-rounder Marizanne Kapp has expressed full backing for Jemimah Rodrigues as the new skipper of Delhi Capitals for WPL 2026. With Meg Lanning moving to UP Warriorz, Jemimah will lead the team from January 9. Marizanne praised Jemimah’s leadership qualities and predicted her success.
She highlighted the support Jemimah will receive from experienced players during her captaincy. Marizanne acknowledged the challenges that come with leadership but expressed confidence in Jemimah’s abilities. Despite DC’s past near-misses in WPL finals, Marizanne attributed it to a mix of circumstances and subpar performances.
Marizanne mentioned the positive impact of having fellow South Africans Laura Wolvaardt and Lizelle Lee in the DC squad. She commended the team environment as one of the best she has experienced in any league. Marizanne emphasized the significance of women’s cricket leagues like WPL in the development of the sport.
The South African player credited WPL for enhancing her batting aggression and overall game. She noted the challenging conditions in India and how they have contributed to her growth as a player. Marizanne highlighted the importance of mental resilience in facing tough conditions and the role of fast bowlers in winning matches.
