Delhi Capitals' big IPL 2027 shake-up continues, Lanka legend joins Ganguly's team
Former Sri Lankan cricketer Chaminda Vaas has been appointed as the fast bowling coach for the Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2027 IPL season. This move is part of a broader restructuring of the team's coaching staff under Sourav Ganguly.
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High-profile coaching changes in the IPL significantly impact team performance and the professional landscape of international cricket.
Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Chaminda Vaas is set for his maiden coaching stint in the Indian Premier League after being appointed Delhi Capitals' fast bowling coach ahead of the 2027 season.Vaas, one of Sri Lanka's most successful fast bowlers, claimed 355 wickets in Tests and 400 in ODIs during his international career. He joins a revamped Capitals coaching staff headed by former India captain Sourav Ganguly, with former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh having been appointed assistant and batting coach earlier this week.The 52-year-old replaces former India pacer Munaf Patel, who served as Delhi's bowling coach over the previous two seasons.Vaas brings considerable international coaching experience to the role. He has worked with Sri Lanka's men's team in three separate stints and also had a brief coaching contract with New Zealand.
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