The Delhi Capitals Cricket Academy has launched its first academy in Canada, marking a significant expansion into North America and reinforcing its commitment to grassroots cricket development.
NEW DELHI – The Delhi Capitals Cricket Academy has officially entered the North American market with the launch of its inaugural academy in Canada.
Located in Mississauga, Ontario, the Delhi Capitals Cricket Academy aims to extend the franchise’s structured, high-performance training philosophy to one of the fastest-growing cricket regions in the world. This launch emphasizes the franchise’s long-term commitment to grassroots development and its vision of creating a globally connected player pathway.
The academy will implement the Delhi Capitals’ coaching curriculum and technical framework, which is designed to nurture young talent through structured training, performance monitoring, and long-term player development. Trial sessions and talent identification programs are set to take place in January 2026, with full training programs expected to commence shortly thereafter.
The Delhi Capitals already maintain a presence in the United Kingdom through the Delhi Capitals Sajid Mahmood Cricket Academy in London. This expansion into North America represents the franchise’s second international hub, highlighting its ambition to provide access to elite coaching environments beyond India.
Derek Perera, Founder and Director of the Ontario Cricket Academy, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “As cricket in North America becomes increasingly professional, this partnership allows us to open new doors for our players by connecting Canadian talent with global standards, elite environments, and real opportunities.”
The Delhi Capitals team competes in both the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Women’s Premier League (WPL). Co-owned by the GMR Group and the JSW Group, the franchise was established in 2008 as the Delhi Daredevils before rebranding in 2019. The team reached its first-ever IPL final in 2020 and has since become one of the five founding teams in the Women’s Premier League, finishing as runners-up in all three editions of the tournament to date.
This strategic move into Canada not only reflects the growing popularity of cricket in North America but also positions the Delhi Capitals as a key player in the development of the sport on the continent, according to India West.