DC loads up on batting, backs raw pace at IPL 2026 Auction

• Delhi Capitals focused on strengthening batting depth, acquiring five batters including David Miller and Ben Duckett.
• They invested heavily in uncapped Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Dar for Rs 8.40 crore, showing faith in raw pace.
• Experienced overseas pacers Lungi Ngidi and Kyle Jamieson were added to bolster the bowling attack.
• Squad strengths include batting depth, a stable top order with KL Rahul and Ben Duckett, and a varied bowling unit.
• Weaknesses identified are potential squad imbalance with many batters/left-handers, lack of an Indian finisher, and risk with uncapped Auqib Dar.

Why It Matters: DC prioritised batting depth and raw pace, but faces squad balance challenges.