FORMER INDIA PACER Zaheer Khan has been named the captain of the Delhi Daredevils for the upcoming season of the IPL.
As reported by PTI, team mentor Rahul Dravid on the appointment said,
"Zaheer has been a leader for a very long time. Anyone who has followed Indian cricket will know the impact Zak has had. He has always proven himself to be one of the leaders. Zak has a big personality, but it is the focus and drive behind the outward confidence which I think he will bring to the captaincy and that I am sure will inspire the rest of the team. He has the respect of the dressing room and the franchise is proud to have him as our captain."
Zaheer himself was delighted with his new role and said,
"It is a huge honour to captain Delhi Daredevils. To get this responsibility is a way for me to give back to the game. I firmly believe that with the players currently involved we have the makings of a very good side, a young side that can surprise people. The potential of this group of players is immense and it is now up to us as players to turn that potential into consistent performances."
Zaheer retired from international cricket last year having played 92 Tests, 200 ODIs and 17 T20Is for India. He's taken 311 Test scalps, whilst he has 282 ODI wickets to his name.