Overview
- Delhi Capitals confirmed Ian Bell’s appointment via social media on February 10, marking his first role in the IPL.
- Bell joins a setup led by head coach Hemang Badani and director of cricket Venugopal Rao, with Munaf Patel as bowling coach.
- Coverage differs on Matthew Mott’s status, with some reports saying Bell replaces him and others stating they will work together.
- Since retiring in 2020, Bell has coached England Lions and Under-19s, served as Sri Lanka’s batting coach in 2024, and worked with Birmingham Phoenix and New Zealand.
- The move comes weeks before the 2026 season starts in late March, with Delhi targeting improved consistency after narrowly missing the 2025 playoffs.