Lungi Ngidi, the fast bowler for Delhi Capitals (DC), was absent from the playing eleven in their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) due to a head injury sustained during a previous match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) on April 25. Ngidi fell awkwardly while attempting a catch, leading to immediate medical attention and concerns about a potential spinal injury. Fortunately, scans revealed no serious damage, and he reassured fans via social media that he was 'all good'. However, due to concussion protocols, DC was unable to replace him with a like-for-like bowler, opting instead for spin-bowling all-rounder Vipraj Nigam. DC's captain, Axar Patel, announced three changes to the lineup, including the inclusion of fast bowlers Dushmantha Chameera and Kyle Jamieson. The match took place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, with DC looking to improve their performance after recent struggles.