Delhi Capitals Score a Gem: John Mooney as Fielding Coach!
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Delhi Capitals Score a Gem: John Mooney as Fielding Coach!

Can Mooney’s magic turn the Capitals into fielding maestros for IPL 2026?

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Delhi Capitals have pulled a blinder, signing former Ireland all-rounder John Mooney as their new fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026. This move comes as they bid farewell to the previous duo, Gnaneswara Rao and Anton Roux, who had their time in the sun but didn't quite set the field ablaze.

Mooney's got the chops, having been a stalwart for Ireland and bringing a wealth of experience to the table. The Capitals are hoping his expertise will transform their fielding from village-level to elite status, because let’s face it, catching and stopping boundary balls are as critical as tonking sixes!

With their season opener against Lucknow Super Giants on April 1, the pressure's on Mooney to whip the lads into shape. Can he conjure up some fielding wizardry to help the Capitals? Only time will tell, but we’re here for the drama!

Stay tuned, because if there’s one thing we know, it’s that IPL gets wild—especially with a fresh face in the mix!

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Cricket CoachingDelhi CapitalsFielding CoachIPL 2026John MooneyLucknow Super Giants

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