Wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant was on Tuesday named captain of Delhi Capitals in place of an injured Shreyas Iyer for the IPL, beginning on April 9.

Iyer was ruled out of the IPL after injuring his left shoulder during the recently concluded India-England ODI series.

This will be 23-year-old Pant’s debut as IPL captain.

“Delhi is where I grew up, and where my IPL journey began six years ago. To lead this team one day is a dream I’ve always harboured. And today, as that dream comes true, I feel humbled,” Pant was quoted as saying.

“I am truly grateful, especially to our team owners,

who considered me capable enough for this role. With an amazing coaching staff, and a plethora of accomplished seniors around me, I can’t wait to give my absolute best for Delhi Capitals.”

Iyer, too, described Pant as the best player to lead the Delhi franchise.