Former England cricketer Ian Bell has been appointed as the new assistant coach for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. The 43-year-old will be joining the coaching staff led by Head Coach Hemang Badani, assistant coach Matthew Mott, and team mentor Kevin Pietersen. Bell’s addition to the team comes after the Delhi Capitals narrowly missed out on the playoffs in the 2025 season, finishing fifth in the final standings.
Having represented England in 118 Tests, 161 ODIs, and 8 T20 Internationals, Bell brings a wealth of experience to his new role with the Delhi-based franchise. Prior to his coaching role, Bell was involved with coaching junior England teams, showcasing his dedication to developing young talent.
Alongside Bell, the Delhi Capitals coaching staff includes Venugopal Rao as director of cricket and Munaf Patel as the bowling coach. With a strong coaching team in place, the Delhi Capitals are looking to make a strong push for success in the upcoming IPL season.
The announcement of Bell’s appointment was made on February 10, 2026, signaling the franchise’s commitment to strengthening their coaching staff. With Bell’s expertise and experience, the Delhi Capitals are poised to make a strong impact in the upcoming IPL season.
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