In a significant move ahead of the Women’s Premier League 2026 season, Delhi Capitals have released their captain, Meg Lanning. The decision comes as a surprise to many, given Lanning’s remarkable record with the franchise. Under her leadership, Delhi reached three consecutive WPL finals and established themselves as one of the most consistent teams in the tournament’s short history.

Lanning has been a cornerstone of the Capitals’ batting lineup since the league’s inception, amassing 952 runs in 27 matches at an impressive strike rate of 127.10. She remains Delhi’s highest run-scorer and ranks third overall on the list of top run-getters in WPL history.

While the franchise has not yet provided an official explanation for the move, sources suggest that the decision was influenced by the t

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