The Delhi Capitals (DC) began their IPL 2026 season positively but have since fallen to 7th place in the points table, accumulating only 6 points from 8 matches. Their recent performance included a significant defeat against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), where they suffered a collapse after a previous loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS). Former all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin, who has played for teams like Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), criticized DC's decision to make multiple changes to their lineup. He questioned the logic of exposing younger players like Sahil Parak to seasoned bowlers such as Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood. Ashwin pointed out that the team's dropped catches in the match against PBKS were the primary reason for their defeat, suggesting that the team should have retained its lineup instead of making drastic changes. He warned that such decisions could lead to a loss of confidence among players, especially if they feel uninformed about their roles, which can lead to self-doubt.