In a candid chat from Chennai, Delhi Capitals speedster T Natarajan beamed about his IPL 2026 revival. Six months of intense training have not only revived his pace but also his signature yorkers, boosting his morale sky-high. The left-armer has snared four scalps across three outings, maintaining a tidy economy of 7.9.
Reflecting on his injury-plagued journey, Natarajan didn’t mince words. ‘The collarbone fracture last year was brutal. Credit to the DC setup—management, coaches, everyone—for their unwavering support. They charted my training roadmap. Camps in Delhi, Surat, Hyderabad, and Dubai pieced me back together, restoring rhythm and confidence. Injuries always derail momentum just when you’re peaking.’
He detailed his fitness overhaul. ‘For six-seven months, I’ve hammered away at strength and skills. Endless yorker sessions paid off. My belief is at an all-time high, and the way matches are unfolding feels perfect.’
On modern T20 dynamics, he underscored planning. ‘Batters today are tactical geniuses, scouting bowlers deeply. That’s why precise strategies define success. I map every phase; hits don’t faze me if plans are solid.’
To perfect his length, Natarajan blended childhood tennis-ball flair with pro techniques. Inspired by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, he incorporated weighted and red-ball sessions. ‘Tennis-ball roots gave me edge. Bhuvi’s tip on slow red-ball progression transformed my control.’
Natarajan’s comeback story inspires, signaling a potential game-changer for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026.
