As of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Faf du Plessis is representing the Delhi Capitals. He was acquired by the franchise during the mega auction for ₹2 crore and has been appointed as the vice-captain, serving as deputy to captain Axar Patel . (Faf du Plessis to serve as Axar Patel’s deputy in DC for IPL 2025)
Previously, du Plessis captained the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for three seasons. However, ahead of the 2025 season, RCB released him, opting for Rajat Patidar as their new captain . (Patidar succeeds du Plessis as RCB captain for IPL 2025)
In his debut match for Delhi Capitals, du Plessis showcased his batting prowess by scoring a quickfire 50 runs off just 27 balls, leading his team to a seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad . (Starc’s cheeky dig at Aussie teammate)