Delhi’s playing XI is like musical chairs and the match results reflect the chaos

Delhi's cricket team, known as the Delhi District Cricket Association (DDCA) Ranji Trophy side, resembles a game of musical chairs with constant changes in the playing XI. The captain and coach find it difficult to keep track of their players amidst the flux. In the past two years, there have been three captains, but only two wins.

First-Class caps are scarce, with only Sanat Sangwan and Ayush Doseja remaining consistent performers. The team's inconsistency and frequent lineup changes have persisted, as each playing XI looks different from the previous one. Since the 2024-25 season began, Delhi has won only two out of their 15 matches across three tournaments, losing a recent nine-wicket game against Bengal.

Seventeen players have made First-Class debuts since October 2024, with only Sangwan, Doseja, and Money Grewal receiving more than two matches. The team's coach, Vijay Dahiya, emphasizes the need for a turnaround in red-ball cricket and for players to understand the format's requirements. The team will play their next match against Gujarat, who have a strong batting lineup led by left-arm spinner Siddharth Desai.