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Delhi Capitals appoint Sourav Ganguly as an advisor

Sourav Ganguly

The Delhi Capitals are ringing in the changes before the IPL. In their latest move, they appointed former India skipper Sourav Ganguly as the adviser of the team for the upcoming IPL season. Ganguly joins the star-studded coaching staff of Ricky Ponting who is the head coach, Mohammed Kaif who was appointed the assistant coach and James Hopes, the bowling coach.

Sourav Ganguly expressed his delight after joining the Delhi franchise. “I am very pleased to come on board with the Delhi Capitals. Having known the Jindals and the JSW Group for years, I am now excited to be a part of their latest sports venture. I am really looking forward to working with the players and the support staff,” Ganguly said after his appointment.

BREAKING: Tigers, say hello to our Royal Bengal Tiger! We're delighted to welcome @SGanguly99 to Delhi Capitals, in the role of an Advisor. #ThisIsNewDelhi #DelhiCapitals pic.twitter.com/TUt0Aom5MR

— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 14, 2019

Delhi Capitals start their IPL campaign against Mumbai Indians on March 24 in Mumbai before they return to Delhi to play their first home game on the 26th against the defending champions Chennai Super Kings.