Kevin Pietersen, the former England international, has announced that he will be stepping down from his role as mentor of Delhi Capitals (DC) for the upcoming Indian Premier League season. Pietersen cited time constraints as the reason for his decision, wishing the players well for the season ahead and expressing his excitement to return to the commentary box.
Last season, Pietersen joined the support staff led by Hemang Badani, as DC finished fifth and missed out on the Playoffs. The 45-year-old had a successful IPL career, playing 36 matches and scoring 1001 runs while representing Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Daredevils, and Rising Pune Supergiant.
DC will kick off their 2026 campaign against Lucknow Super Giants on April 1 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium. Pietersen’s departure from the mentorship role will be a loss for the team, but fans can look forward to hearing his insights in the commentary box during the upcoming IPL season.
The announcement was made by Pietersen on social media, where he expressed his love for the IPL as the world’s best league and his eagerness to reconnect with fans through commentary. Published on March 14, 2026, this news marks the end of Pietersen’s stint as a mentor with Delhi Capitals.
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