Lungi Ngidi, a pacer for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), was injured while attempting to catch a ball during a match against the Punjab Kings on April 25, 2026. The 30-year-old South African misjudged the ball's trajectory, leading to a fall that caused him to hit the back of his head on the ground at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. After the incident, he was taken to Max Hospital on Pusa Road, where he underwent medical examinations. The IPL confirmed that Ngidi complained of a headache and neck pain but is now stable and expected to be discharged shortly. During his absence, Vipraj Nigam replaced him as a concussion substitute. Ngidi received immediate attention from on-field medical staff and was supported by fellow players and coaches, including Ricky Ponting and Hemang Badani.