Overview
- Nabi, who told reporters Friday he is not chasing an India call-up, said his priority is performing for Delhi in IPL 2026.
- The 29-year-old seamer was bought for Rs 8.4 crore after leading the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy with 60 wickets for champions Jammu & Kashmir.
- With Mitchell Starc expected to miss the start of the tournament, team reports indicate Nabi could be asked to open the bowling for Delhi Capitals.
- He says his strength is swinging the new ball both ways and he is sharpening yorkers, slower balls and death-overs plans for T20.
- On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Nabi’s Ranji season in Mann Ki Baat, highlighting the growing spotlight on the J&K quick.