IPL 2026 Auction: The 18th season of IPL was very disappointing for Delhi Capitals. Despite strong performance in the initial league matches, the team could not reach the playoffs. In such a situation, the team can release these 5 players next season.
DC Release Update IPL 2026: IPL 2026 auction is going to be held in December. The 18th season was like a nightmare for Delhi Capitals, which the team would like to forget till the next season. The team which was once on top of the table could not reach the playoffs. In such a situation, questions were raised on many players. Meanwhile, today we will tell you about those 5 players who may be out of Delhi Capitals team in the 19th season of the Indian Premier League. It is not going to be easy for these players to play next season.
Dushmant Chameera
The name of Sri Lankan fast bowler Dushmantha Chameera comes at number one. This player was given an amount of Rs 75 lakh during the IPL 2025 mega auction. He was bought to use the new and old ball, but the move backfired and a lot of runs were conceded. He took only 4 wickets in 5 matches. In such a situation, this bowler can be released next season.
Mukesh Kumar
Another fast bowler’s name is included in this list. Right-arm fast bowler Mukesh Kumar was kept in the team by Delhi Capitals by paying a huge amount of Rs 8 crore. But, his performance was very disappointing. He gave away a lot of runs in this season. Apart from this, he could take only 12 wickets in 12 matches.
jack fraser mcgruck
Australian batsman Jack Fraser McGruck’s name is included in this list at number 3. Delhi Capitals had bought this player for Rs 8 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction. This player scored 55 runs in 6 matches at an average of 9.16. In such a situation, it is difficult for them to play the next season.
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Mohit Sharma
The name of Indian bowler Mohit Sharma comes in this list at fourth place. The right-arm fast bowler was bought by Delhi Capitals for the death overs. But, he could take only 2 wickets in 8 innings. In such a situation, it seems difficult for him to remain in the team next season.
faf du plessis
The name of former South African player Faf du Plessis is included in this list at number five. Duplessis was made the vice-captain. He also captained in many matches. But, this 2 crore player scored only 202 runs in 9 innings. In such a situation, the team can release him.
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