During an IPL 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, Lungi Ngidi, a fast bowler for the Delhi Capitals, sustained a serious head injury while attempting to catch a ball. The incident occurred as the Punjab Kings were chasing a daunting target of 265 runs. Following the injury, Ngidi was swiftly transported to BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, thanks to a green corridor established by the Delhi Police, which allowed the ambulance to navigate through heavy evening traffic and arrive at the hospital in just 11 minutes. This quick response was crucial, as it took place during one of the season's most dramatic matches, where Punjab Kings ultimately achieved a historic chase, scoring 265 runs in 18.5 overs. Ngidi's injury momentarily overshadowed the match's excitement, shifting the atmosphere in the stadium from celebration to concern. Fortunately, updates confirmed that Ngidi was stable after the incident.