Despite having a formidable squad last year, Delhi Daredevils failed to make it big and could not even make it to the playoffs. They are now back with a new name 'Delhi Capitals' this year, and have made a lot of changes to their squad. The Capitals are expected to do well under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer. 

Apart from head coach Ricky Ponting, they have recently added another big name to their team management, that is of former Indian captain, Sourav Ganguly who is advisor of the franchise for this season. 

But when both Ponting and Ganguly were asked about the player to watch out for, they picked a surprising name of a young player from West Indies, Sherfane Rutherford. Rutherford played for Guyana Amazon Warriors in Carribean Premier League and impressed everyone with his power hitting.

Talking about the youngster in a media interaction, Ponting said, “Rutherford actually arrived for the camp without his kit and he has been borrowing stuff from other people.

He, like most West Indian talents, is a strong and clean hitter of the ball and he can also bowl some overs for us when needed. He is a top talent in my book and a perfect addition to the batting line-up after our Indian talent. He just needs a bit of time to settle down and to get used to the wickets and conditions.” added Ponting.

Sourav Ganguly also agreed with Ponting’s comments, further adding, “I agree with Ricky. From the country of Clive Llyod, Rutherford is a good talent.”

Rutherford was bought for Rs. 40 lakhs by Delhi Capitals in the IPL Auction. Delhi Capitals will kick off their season by locking horns with Mumbai Indians on March 24. Both the teams failed to make it to the playoffs last year but with some exciting talent in their ranks, they will look to deliver in this IPL.

(With Hindustan Times inputs)