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DC are set to retain a strong nucleus of proven performers including Axar Patel, KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, and Tristan Stubbs, ensuring continuity and leadership strength heading into the IPL 2026 season. 2 / 11

Axar Patel’s ability to deliver both with bat and ball keeps him indispensable. His tight economy in the middle overs and clutch cameos make him a vital part of DC’s core for 2026. 3 / 11

Speculation linking KL Rahul to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has gone viral, but Delhi Capitals are reluctant to trade him after a stellar 2025 campaign — 539 runs at 149.72 strike rate speaks volumes. 4 / 11

Kuldeep Yadav continues to be DC’s spin spearhead. His consistency, control, and ability to break partnerships make him an automatic retention for the IPL 2026 auction.

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