Delhi Capitals (DC) captain David Warner becomes most capped overseas captain in IPL, surpasses Adam Gilchrist

Delhi Capitals (DC) captain David Warner becomes most capped overseas captain in IPL, surpasses Adam Gilchrist

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Category : Sports Published on: April 24 2023

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  • David Warner became the most capped overseas captain in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
  • The 36-year-old Warner surpassed compatriot Adam Gilchrist with his 75th appearance as captain in the IPL.
  • Warner first captained in the IPL during his previous stint with the Delhi Capitals (then Daredevils) in 2013, when he stood as the stand-in captain for Mahela Jayawardena. 
  • Warner was then roped in by Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2014 before the Australian took over the reins from Daren Sammy in 2015.
  • Warner is the joint-most successful foreign captain alongside Gilchrist with 35 wins. Warner has racked up over 3000 runs as captain in the IPL and has the highest average (47.20) among all captains who have crossed the mark.
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