'The OG Tiger': Delhi Capitals appoint former India spinner as spin bowling coach
The Delhi Capitals have appointed former India spinner Amit Mishra as their spin bowling coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season. Mishra, who is the highest wicket-taker for the franchise and a veteran of 162 IPL matches, takes up his first professional coaching role.
Why it matters
Coaching appointments of high-profile former players significantly shape the tactical strategies and mentorship structures of professional cricket franchises.
Delhi Capitals (DC) have appointed former India spinner Amit Mishra as their spin bowling coach ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season. Mishra, who played 162 IPL matches for four franchises, will take up a coaching role in the tournament for the first time after retiring from professional cricket last September.Mishra represented Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Deccan Chargers, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants during his IPL career."The OG Tiger has returned! Amit Mishra, our highest ever wicket-taker, is now our spin-bowling coach," DC wrote in a post on X.Mishra is among the leading wicket-takers in IPL history, with 174 wickets from 162 matches. He also holds the record for the most hat-tricks in the tournament, having taken three during his career."A tiger is the one who never leaves his prey. Dilli is my heartbeat.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in