Breaking: John Mooney Named DC Fielding Coach Ahead of IPL 2026

Big news from Delhi Capitals: Ireland’s John Mooney, ex-international all-rounder, has been unveiled as fielding coach for IPL 2026. The move reinforces their coaching backbone as they target a breakthrough IPL triumph.

With elite ECB Level 3, 2, and 1 certifications, Mooney fills the void left by Gnaneshwar Rao and Anton Roux post-IPL 2025. He aligns with head coach Hemang Badani, bowling specialist Munaf Patel, assistant Ian Bell, and director Venugopal Rao.

Mooney’s credentials shine through roles like Afghanistan fielding coach (2018-19, Test debut era), West Indies men (2019), and Ireland women’s interim helm since January.

His playing record: 64 ODIs (2006-2015) yielding 963 runs (3 half-centuries, 14* in 55 inns), 27 T20Is with 231 runs; bowling 48 ODI/10 T20I wickets. Participated in 3 ODI & 2 T20 World Cups.

After mentor Kevin Pietersen’s exit, captain Axar Patel rallies the troops. DC opens against LSG on April 1 at Ekana, building on last season’s 5th spot (7/14 wins).

This savvy hire injects proven fielding smarts, positioning Delhi Capitals for elevated athleticism and strategic edge in the high-stakes IPL arena.