Lungi Ngidi stretchered off after head injury during DC vs PBKS clash in IPL 2026

Lungi Ngidi was stretchered off the field after suffering a head injury during the IPL 2026 match between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday (Source: Photo by PTI)

The incident occurred in the third over of Punjab Kings’ chase of 265, with the visitors at 43 without loss in 2.3 overs (Source: Photo by PTI)

Ngidi sustained the injury while attempting a catch off Priyansh Arya at mid-off after a delivery from Axar Patel was lofted towards the infield (Source: Photo by PTI)

While backtracking to complete the catch, Ngidi lost his balance and fell heavily, landing on the back of his head on the outfield (Source: Photo by PTI)

Medical staff rushed onto the field immediately and play was halted as doctors and physios assessed the fast bowler, while players from both teams watched on (Source: Photo by PTI)

A stretcher was brought onto the field and further precautions were taken before Ngidi was moved, with reports indicating that he was responsive during treatment (Source: Photo by PTI)

Ngidi has taken seven wickets in seven matches of the ongoing 2026 season, with his best performance of 3/27 coming against Lucknow Super Giants in Lucknow (Source: Photo by PTI)

An ambulance was called to the ground and Ngidi was taken to a hospital for further medical assessment, as the crowd at the stadium remained silent during the lengthy delay (Source: Photo by PTI)