Lungi Ngidi Health Update: How is Lungi Ngidi Now? South Africa pacer Rushed to Hospital in DC vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match

Lungi Ngidi suffered a serious head/neck injury during the DC vs PBKS IPL 2026 match at Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 25, 2026.

The match has been halted at the stadium as the player is being treated on the field.

DC vs PBKS: What Happened to Lungi Ngidi?

While fielding (attempting a catch on a skier), Ngidi landed awkwardly and badly on his head on the hard outfield. He stayed down, showing signs of distress. Medical staff (physio and doctor) attended to him immediately. A stretcher was brought out, and he received further assessment, including suggestions for a neck brace. An ambulance entered the ground to take him to the hospital.

The stadium fell silent, with visible concern from teammates, including South African players David Miller and Tristan Stubbs, coach Ricky Ponting, and others. Play was interrupted.

Injury Update: How is Lungi Ngidi Now?

Ngidi was stretchered off and transported by ambulance. He appeared responsive to the medical team but was unable to get up or move freely on his own. And MyKhel can confirm that the player responded to the treatment and is stable. It was announced after the match ended as well, which is great news for his family, friends and the entire fraternity.

Sahil Parakh was injured on Friday

This is the 2nd day in a row when an ambulance arrived inside the Arun Jaitley pitch. On Friday, Delhi Capitals youngster Sahil Parakh was hit by a ball during practice and was taken to the hospital as well.

Concussion Sub

Vipraj Nigam has been brought in by Delhi Capitals as a Concussion Sub, which means Nigam will be able to bowl in this match.