The OG Tiger Returns: Amit Mishra Joins Delhi Capitals as Spin Coach
Delhi Capitals appoint IPL legend Amit Mishra as spin bowling coach and Chaminda Vaas as bowling coach for the IPL 2027 season.
In a move that brings a legendary figure back to his roots, the Delhi Capitals (DC) have officially appointed former Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra as their spin bowling coach for the IPL 2027 season. The announcement marks a homecoming for the veteran, who is now transitioning from a stellar playing career to his first-ever coaching role in the Indian Premier League.
A Legacy of Wickets and Hat-tricks
The franchise expressed their excitement on X (formerly Twitter), welcoming back the man they described as the "OG Tiger." Mishra holds a special place in the history of the team, standing as their highest-ever wicket-taker. His credentials in the league are unmatched, having claimed 174 wickets across 162 matches.
Beyond the sheer number of wickets, Mishra is renowned for his ability to deliver under pressure, holding the record for the most hat-tricks in IPL history with three to his name. Throughout his journey in the league, he lent his skills to four different franchises: the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Lucknow Super Giants.
Chaminda Vaas Joins the Bowling Department
The overhaul of the Delhi Capitals' coaching staff doesn't stop with Mishra. The franchise has also roped in Sri Lankan cricket icon Chaminda Vaas as their new bowling coach. Vaas brings a wealth of international experience to the dugout, having been one of the most prolific bowlers in the history of the game.
Vaas's career statistics are a testament to his greatness:
- Test Cricket: Sri Lanka's third-highest wicket-taker with 355 scalps and 3,089 runs in 111 matches.
- ODI Cricket: The country's second-highest wicket-taker with 400 wickets and 2,025 runs in 322 matches.
Vaas replaces Munaf Patel, who served as the bowling coach for the previous two seasons.
A Powerhouse Coaching Staff for 2027
The appointments of Mishra and Vaas are part of a broader strategy to revamp the team's leadership under the guidance of head coach Sourav Ganguly. The Delhi Capitals are assembling a "who's who" of cricket legends to lead their squad into the 2027 season.
Adding further firepower to the staff, the franchise has also appointed Yuvraj Singh as the assistant and batting coach. With Ganguly at the helm, Yuvraj managing the batters, Vaas overseeing the bowling attack, and Mishra specializing in spin, DC is betting big on experience and pedigree to climb the IPL standings.