India, Dec. 23 -- Young India batter Jemimah Rodrigues has been named captain of the Delhi Capitals ahead of the Women's Premier League 2026. A part of the franchise since the league's inception, Jemimah comes into the role after a standout year in international cricket. She played a key role in India's ODI World Cup triumph, ending the Women in Blue's long ICC title wait, highlighted by her breathtaking unbeaten 127 that powered a record 339-run chase against Australia in the semi-final.

Delhi's first pick at the inaugural WPL auction, Jemimah has featured in 27 league matches, scoring 507 runs at a strike rate of 139.67 and playing in all three finals so far. Renowned for her energy and intensity, she has been a constant spark on the f...