Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Head to the picturesque Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur today for a high-stakes match. The 43rd match of the season features high-flying Rajasthan Royals (RR) host a struggling Delhi Capitals (DC) Side. While the focus remains on the points table, the biggest talking point in the DC camp is the return of their fast bowler. lungi ngidiAt the practice net after a terrible accident on the field.
Lungi Ngidi returns to Delhi Capitals camp after suffering head injury ahead of RR game
The South African fast bowler’s season took a disappointing turn during the recent clash against DC Punjab Kings (PBKS). The opener took a high catch while backpedaling from mid-off. Priyansh AryaNgidi lost his footing on the hard ground of the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The impact was violent; He fell backwards, his head hitting the ground with such force that there was an instant, terrible rumble. Ngidi was seen clutching the back of his head in extreme pain, unable to move as the stadium went silent.
The medical response was rapid. The game was halted for more than 10 minutes as physios and doctors immobilized Ngidi’s neck and head by applying a brace. View of an ambulance arriving on the field and Ngidi being carried away on a stretcher past his left teammates Tristan Stubbs And david miller Visibly shaken. After being taken to Max Hospital for an emergency scan, the cricket community heaved a sigh of relief when he was discharged the same evening without any long-term neurological damage.
In a heartwarming video shared by the franchise today, the energy in the DC camp is rejuvenated. new zealand fast bowler kyle jamison He is heard shouting excitedly, “Ngidi is back, back again!As the clip shows the Proteas star going on the attack with full intensity. Ngidi was seen breaking the stump and celebrating with his trademark smile, indicating a successful recovery.
However, despite returning to training, Ngidi will remain out of the match against Rajasthan Royals. As per Cricbuzz report, DC is following the ICC’s mandatory seven-day stand-down period for concussion-related injuries. While IPL playing conditions are often flexible, the franchise is prioritizing athlete safety, meaning Ngidi’s official return to the XI may have to wait until their next match.
Here is the video:
Ladies and gentlemen… Lungi Ngidi!! 💥🥁 pic.twitter.com/LrFO2qQrPq
– Delhi Capitals (@delhicapitals) 30 April 2026
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Ngidi’s absence is a big blow for Delhi, who are currently placed 7th on the points table with only six points. He has been the undisputed leader of their attack and has delivered successes at crucial junctures. His form this season has been nothing short of exciting, mixing raw pace with deceptive slower balls.
| tournament | mat | Inn | balls | it goes | wickets | B.B.I | Avenue | economy | sr |
| IPL 2026 (DC) | 7 | 6 | 142 | 206 | 7 | 3/27 | 29.42 | 8.70 | 20.2 |
With 7 wickets in 6 innings at an average of 29.42, Ngidi’s ability to strike in the powerplay has been helpful for DC. As Delhi look to break their losing streak in Jaipur, they will have to find a way to replicate Ngidi’s intensity, without the man leading the charge himself.
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