Jemimah Rodrigues Set to Captain Delhi Capitals Ahead of WPL 2026 After Meg Lanning Exit.
Jemimah Rodrigues Takes Charge After Meg Lanning’s Exit
Delhi Capitals declared Jemimah Rodrigues as the captain of the 2026 season of Women premier league. The decision was affirmed on Tuesday by the franchise. Rodrigues takes the place of Meg Lanning who the team failed to keep this season. The young man is 25, and he was the previous vice- captain. She has been a representative of Delhi Capitals since the league started. The management showed that they had confidence in her and her relationship with the squad. Rodrigues took the job thankfully and committed to team values.
A Shift to Indian Leadership Marks New Era at Delhi Capitals
It is a change of leadership to Indian leadership in the Delhi Capitals. Lanning took the team to three consecutive finals. The title was elusive however. Rodrigues arrives with vitality, presence and good dressing room influence. Her uprising emphasizes franchise faith in continuity and culture. The shift is also indicative of India as a country that has become increasingly powerful in the leadership in women in cricket. The expectations will increase because she will be in a position to balance performance and responsibility.
From First WPL Signing to Franchise Mainstay
In 2023, Rodrigues was the first WPL signing in the history of Delhi. She has been involved in twenty-seven matches with the franchise. She has made more than five hundred scores. DC has more runs by only Lanning and Shafali Verma. Rodrigues has also worked as a finisher in the past few seasons. Her biggest effort in terms of internationality was in 2025. Her contributions in maiden ODI world cup success in India were crucial. Rodrigues semi-final century with no defeat against Australia was effective.
WPL 2026 Begins with Pressure, Promise, and Purpose
Delhi Capitals start their season WPL 2026 on January ten. They have the opener against Mumbai Indians. Rodrigues will emphasize on squad balance and clarity of leadership. The franchise is aimed at the first WPL title. This season will be a challenge to her captaincy.
