Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 collide against Kings of the Punjab The South African fast bowler witnessed a very disturbing moment at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Saturday. Good luck he was seriously injured in the head while trying to catch it. The incident halted the match before the player was taken to hospital by ambulance as players, coaches and fans watched in silence.
After field doctors assessed the severity of the blow, Ngidi was taken to Max Hospital, Pusa Road, Delhi for further medical examination, according to PTI. The scary moment happened early in Punjab Kings’ run chase and quickly became the main talking point of the evening.
With Lungi Ngidi badly injured, the catch becomes a scary moment
The incident took place during the third over of the innings of Delhi Capitals captain Punjab Kings Akhar Patel He was bowling for the opener Priyansh Arya. Arya delivered full on the stumps and cut the ball high towards mid-on. Ngidi tracked the ball as he ran backwards, ready to complete the catch. However, he misjudged the flight at the last moment and failed to get under it properly.
As he lost his balance, the tall pacer fell backwards and the back of his head barely hit the hard surface of the Arun Jaitley Stadium. His head visibly bounced off the turf, immediately alarming everyone on the pitch. Ngidi immediately grabbed the back of his head in pain and rolled to his side before remaining motionless for a few tense moments, causing serious discomfort between both teams.
We present the video:
I hope Lungi Ngidi hasn’t suffered anything serious 🤯
I hope he recovers quicklyPray for Lungi ngidi 🙏
#DCvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/X6Sh31UJ6T
— Dear Zindagi (@saumy99) April 25, 2026
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The emergency medical team responded quickly
A physiotherapist and team doctor rushed onto the field within seconds as players from both sides stood in a seemingly uncomfortable vicinity. Taking into account the character of the enemy, the medical staff carefully checked the head and neck area before moving him.
Ngidi remained on the ground for more than a minute while doctors evaluated him. Later, as the seriousness of the injury became clear, an ambulance was brought directly to the ground. Before being removed, a collar was carefully placed under her head and secured around her neck to prevent any movement.
Punjab Kings Head Coach Ricky Ponting Health personnel went to the field while working around the injured pacer. Anxiety was palpable in the Delhi Capitals dugout as soon as the stretcher arrived. The crowd inside the stadium fell completely silent, realizing how serious the moment was. The difficult terrain only heightened fears of enemy influence and the possible consequences of such a heavy landing.
We present the video:
Lungi Ngidi was seriously injured and an ambulance landed for the first time in IPL history. It looks very serious – maybe a broken neck, but hopefully not that serious. 😱
It is also quite embarrassing that Arun Jaitley Stadium DJ is playing… pic.twitter.com/CrFFc3grvB
— Sonu (@Cricket_live247) April 25, 2026
