Former Sri Lankan standout Chaminda Vaas is set to embark on his first Indian Premier League coaching role after being appointed as the fast bowling coach for the Delhi Capitals ahead of the 2027 season. The 52-year-old brings extensive experience to the franchise’s revamped backroom team, which is currently led by head coach Sourav Ganguly. Vaas takes over the role from Munaf Patel, who served as the team’s bowling coach for the past two seasons.
A formidable force during his playing days, Vaas finished his international career with 355 Test wickets and 400 ODI scalps. His transition to coaching began with a brief contract for New Zealand, followed by three separate stints guiding the Sri Lankan national team between 2013 and 2015. He also served as the bowling coach for Ireland during the 2016 T20 World Cup. Beyond his coaching expertise, Vaas has prior experience in the IPL as a player, having represented the Deccan Chargers from 2008 to 2010, where he claimed 18 wickets across 13 appearances. Vaas, among Sri Lanka’s most successful bowlers with 355 Test wickets and 400 in ODIs, joins the new-look Capitals’ backroom staff helmed by head coach Sourav Ganguly. Vaas, 52, has previously coached Sri Lanka’s men’s team in the same capacity in three separate stints. His coaching debut came for New Zealand for a brief contract before he was appointed for the Sri Lankan side from 2013-15.
