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title: "Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out for 2 Matches After Horror Fall – Delhi Capitals Hit by Concussion Blow"
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# Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out for 2 Matches After Horror Fall – Delhi Capitals Hit by Concussion Blow

**At a glance**

- **Lungi Ngidi ruled out after head injury scare in IPL 2026**
- **Delhi Capitals suffer major bowling setback during record 265 chase**
- **Concussion rules force 7-day break despite positive medical update**

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**[Delhi Capitals](https://readcricket.com/2026/04/21/delhi-capitals-club-profile/)**have been dealt a fresh setback after Lungi Ngidi was ruled out for at least 2 matches following a frightening on-field injury during their IPL 2026 clash.

## **Lungi Ngidi Ruled Out After Frightening On Field Incident**

The incident took place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium against Punjab Kings, where Ngidi attempted a difficult catch in the 3rd over. Backtracking quickly, he lost his footing and crashed heavily onto the turf, striking the back of his head and neck in what immediately became a moment of deep concern.

Physios halted play for over 10 minutes as they attended to the pacer, who remained on the ground before staff placed him on a stretcher and took him to hospital in an ambulance. The silence around the ground reflected the seriousness of the situation, and players from both sides looked visibly shaken.

## **Positive Update After Hospital Scare**

Medical updates later in the day brought relief as they confirmed there was no major damage. Doctors discharged Ngidi the same evening after scans, and he soon reassured fans himself.

> “Thank you for the messages, all good,” Ngidi wrote on Instagram, offering a calm and positive update after the incident.

Despite that encouraging news, Ngidi must follow recovery protocols before returning. The International Cricket Council recommends a mandatory 7-day stand-down period for concussion cases, and Delhi expect him to follow that precautionary timeline.

## **Delhi Capitals Face Selection and Bowling Challenges**

> Kagiso Rabada and Mohammed Siraj breathed fire in the Powerplay today 🔥[pic.twitter.com/HZndtwgYbc](https://t.co/HZndtwgYbc)
>
> — Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) [April 26, 2026](https://twitter.com/cricbuzz/status/2048359148858040341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

The injury immediately disrupted Delhi’s tactics. The team had initially lined up Sri Lankan quick Dushmantha Chameera as a like for like replacement, but they had already filled their quota of 4 overseas players. As a result, they brought in leg spinner Vipraj Nigam instead, leaving a gap in their pace attack.

Speaking after the match, Delhi Capitals Director of Cricket Venugopal Rao expressed both concern and frustration at the situation.

> “Nobody wants to see this happen to a player but we missed his 4 overs,” Rao said in the post match press conference.

The absence of Ngidi was keenly felt in what turned into a record breaking contest. Despite a stunning 152\* from KL Rahul, Punjab Kings chased down a massive 265, powered by a 126 run opening stand and a blistering 71\* from captain Shreyas Iyer.

Delhi’s bowling unit, already under strain, struggled to contain the onslaught. This latest blow comes on top of earlier availability issues surrounding Mitchell Starc, who **[only recently joined the squad after fitness clearance](https://readcricket.com/2026/04/23/mitchell-starc-cleared-for-delhi-capitals-debut-in-may-for-ipl-2026-cricket-news/)** and will be eligible to play from May 1.

There is, however, a sense of cautious optimism within the camp. Early signs point to Ngidi making a steady recovery, and the franchise will be hoping their key fast bowler returns soon as they push through a critical phase of the IPL season. View all of the upcoming IPL matches **[here](https://www.iplt20.com/matches/fixtures)**.

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