Lungi Ngidi was swiftly rushed to hospital after suffering a serious head injury during the IPL 2026 clash, thanks to a rapid response from Delhi authorities who created a green corridor amid peak traffic.
The Delhi Traffic Police ensured that the ambulance carrying the Delhi Capitals pacer reached BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital in just 11 minutes, clearing congested routes around central Delhi to enable urgent medical care.
The incident occurred during Punjab Kings’ chase of a daunting 265-run target at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Ngidi sustained the injury while attempting a catch, losing his balance and falling backward, hitting the back of his head on the turf.
The frightening moment immediately shifted the mood in the stadium. Players from both sides rushed to his aid as medical staff attended to him on the field before he was stretchered off and taken away in an ambulance.
According to updates, the swift creation of a green corridor by Delhi Police played a crucial role in ensuring Ngidi received immediate medical attention. Navigating through typically heavy match-day traffic near Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and Delhi Gate, the ambulance’s rapid 11-minute journey highlighted seamless coordination between emergency services and traffic authorities.
While the match itself turned into a high-scoring thriller — with Punjab Kings pulling off a remarkable six-wicket chase — Ngidi’s injury overshadowed the on-field action, leaving players and fans hoping for positive news on the South African pacer’s condition.
