Rehan Ahmed Signs for Delhi Capitals in the IPL

Leicestershire County Cricket Club has announced that Rehan Ahmed will join the Delhi Capitals for the remainder of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) and will fly out to join the team immediately.

Rehan joins Harry Gurney and Stuart Broad and becomes the third Leicestershire’s academy graduate to be selected in what is widely regarded as the biggest franchise competition in world cricket - a landmark moment for both player and club.

Alongside Josh Hull’s involvement with the England Lions over the winter and Alex Green’s success at the U19 World Cup, it underlines the strength and continued progress of Leicestershire’s academy and pathway system.

Director of Cricket, Claude Henderson said:

“We’re absolutely delighted for Rehan and incredibly proud as a club to see him earn this opportunity. It’s a real testament to the hard work of everyone within our academy and pathway system, and exactly what we strive for.

To see one of our own stepping onto one of the biggest stages in world cricket is a fantastic moment for us all. We’re excited to watch him go and express himself, and we’ll be right behind him every step of the way before welcoming him back to Leicester.”

Delhi Capitals currently sit fifth in the table, having won three out of their six fixtures played.

The club wishes Rehan all the best of luck, and we look forward to supporting him during his time in India and to welcoming him home upon his return.