Chaminda Vaas roped in as Delhi Capitals fast-bowling coach
Former Sri Lankan fast bowler Chaminda Vaas has been appointed as the new fast-bowling coach for the Delhi Capitals. This move is part of a broader restructuring of the franchise's support staff ahead of the upcoming IPL season.
Why it matters
The appointment reflects the high-stakes nature of IPL team management and the ongoing efforts of franchises to secure competitive advantages through experienced coaching staff.
Chaminda Vaas roped in as Delhi Capitals fast-bowling coach left File photo of Chaminda Vaas. Vaas was roped in as Delhi Capitals fast bowling coach. The Hindu The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/t3t95z/article71595489.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Chaminda%20Vaas%20%2005.jpg NAGARA GOPAL Chaminda Vaas in an exclusive conversation with The Hindu on his life as a coach and mentor on the sidelines of the inaugural TG20 season in Hyderabad on Monday, July 6, 2026. Photo: NAGARA GOPAL / The Hindu One of Sri Lanka's most successful bowlers with 355 wickets in 111 Tests and 400 in ODIs, Vaas replaces Munaf Patel, who was the team's bowling coach in the previous two seasons New Delhi Delhi Capitals on Saturday (October 17, 2026) appointed former Sri Lanka pacer Chaminda Vaas as their fast-bowling coach, adding to the franchise's revamped support staff ahead of the upcoming IPL season.
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