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Vaas, who enjoyed a distinguished playing career with 355 Test wickets and 400 ODI scalps for Sri Lanka, steps into the role previously held by former India pacer Munaf Patel, who served as the team's bowling coach for the past two seasons. His arrival follows the recent appointment of former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, who joined the Capitals' setup earlier this week to serve as assistant and batting coach under the leadership of
A Wealth of Coaching and Playing Experience
The appointment of the former left-arm quick is a significant addition for the Delhi franchise. Vaas is no stranger to the IPL, having played for the Deccan Chargers between 2008 and 2010, where he claimed 18 wickets in 13 appearances. Beyond his playing days, he has built a robust coaching resume, having served three separate stints with the Sri Lankan national team. His international coaching background also includes a tenure as Sri Lanka's bowling coach from 2013 to 2015 and a short-term contract with Ireland during the 2016 T20 World Cup.
Strategic Reshaping of the Capitals
The addition of Vaas is part of a broader restructuring effort within the Delhi Capitals as they look to improve their fortunes for the upcoming season. The franchise has been particularly active in the trade market, facilitating several high-profile personnel changes. Among the notable shifts, wicketkeeper-batter
Further adjustments to the squad include the departure of pacer T Natarajan, who has returned to the Sunrisers Hyderabad for a fee of Rs 5 crore. In a corresponding move, spinner Zeeshan Ansari has joined the Delhi Capitals at his existing fee of Rs 40 lakh. These strategic changes, coupled with the new-look coaching team led by Ganguly, signal a period of significant transition for the Capitals as they finalize their preparations for the 2027 campaign.
