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Lungi Ngidi head injury in IPL ambulance scare during DC vs PBKS clash
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Published on 25 April 2026
A routine catch attempt turned into a concussion protocol
South Africa pacer Lungi Ngidi was stretchered off in an ambulance after a head injury during the IPL clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. While back-pedalling to complete a catch, he lost balance and fell backward, striking his head. Play was halted for 15 minutes, and a concussion substitute was brought in as the match resumed.
- Ngidi fell backward while back-pedalling to take a catch
- He hit his head and was taken off via ambulance
- Play paused for about 15 minutes during evaluation
- A concussion substitute replaced him as per protocol
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