Axar Patel to stay with Delhi Capitals for IPL 2027? co-owner Parth Jindal shuts down exit rumours

Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal has given a big hint about Axar Patel's future ahead of the IPL 2027 mini-auction. Axar was recently linked with a possible move to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a trade deal involving Dewald Brevis. However, Jindal's latest social media post suggests that the all-rounder is likely to stay with Delhi Capitals for another season.

The Axar Patel Delhi Capitals IPL 2027 rumours started after reports claimed that CSK were interested in signing the Indian all-rounder. The reports also suggested that Delhi Capitals could get Dewald Brevis in return for Axar. However, Jindal has now shared a message that has put these rumours in doubt.

Axar has been leading Delhi Capitals for the last two seasons, but the team has failed to reach the playoffs in both campaigns. The franchise will be hoping for a better performance in IPL 2027 after missing out on the playoffs again. Here is what Parth Jindal said about Axar Patel and the latest update on the CSK trade rumours.

Parth Jindal shuts down Axar Patel exit rumours: What did the Delhi Capitals co-owner say?

Parth Jindal recently retweeted his old post from October 19, where he expressed his excitement about having Axar Patel in the Delhi Capitals team. His message read, "Ax bhaii, hamara Ax bhai-can’t wait to see you in the red and blue - we have unfinished business." This has given a strong hint that Axar could continue playing for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2027.

Axar Patel has proved to be a significant player for the Delhi Capitals over the past couple of years. He has also served as the captain of DC in the past two IPL seasons; however, the franchise has failed to qualify for the playoffs twice during this period. The franchise will now try to strengthen their side to win the IPL 2027 trophy.

The Parth Jindal Axar Patel update has arrived as the IPL 2027 mini-auction and player trades have been going on among the teams. Being a good player with bat and ball. Since joining Delhi Capitals in 2019, he has played 108 matches, scoring 1,404 runs at an average of 25.52 and a strike rate of 134.48.

He has also taken 78 wickets for DC at an economy rate of 7.18, along with 51 catches. Axar has proved to be a key player for Delhi Capitals. While Jindal's post is not official retention news yet, it clearly implies that the franchise wants to retain the all-rounder.

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Axar Patel CSK trade rumours: What was the Dewald Brevis swap report?

Before Jindal's message, reports suggested that Chennai Super Kings were interested in signing Axar Patel from Delhi Capitals. The rumours claimed that CSK wanted Axar along with Indian batter Ashutosh Sharma to strengthen their squad. In return, Delhi Capitals were reportedly interested in getting Dewald Brevis and Afghanistan spinner Noor Ahmad.

Dewald Brevis was the main name linked with the reported trade between the two franchises. However, there has been no official confirmation from CSK or Delhi Capitals about such a deal. Reports also suggested that CSK were not ready to let go of Brevis as part of the proposed swap.

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With Parth Jindal sharing his message about Axar, the rumours of the all-rounder's exit have taken a back seat. Delhi Capitals are expected to focus on building a stronger squad around their experienced players for IPL 2027. Fans will now wait for the official retention and trade announcements to know Axar's future with the franchise.