Accident on the cricket field! While trying to take the catch, the player’s face got hurt, blood started flowing, watch video

Mukesh Kumar Injury: In the 26th match of IPL 2026, Delhi registered a spectacular victory by 6 wickets in the match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Delhi Capitals. With this win, Delhi Capitals achieved their third win of the season and reached fourth place in the points table. On a pitch considered favorable for Bengaluru’s batting, Delhi bowlers performed disciplined and prevented the opposition team from reaching a big score.

Mukesh Kumar got injured while trying to catch

During the match, Delhi Capitals suffered a major blow when fast bowler Mukesh Kumar got injured while fielding. The incident occurred in the 18th over of Royal Challengers Bangalore’s innings, when Lungi Ngidi was bowling. The second ball of the over hit the outer edge of Jitesh Sharma’s bat and the ball went backwards in the air.

Mukesh Kumar dived to catch the catch, but he could not reach the ball at the right time. The ball slipped from his hand and went towards the boundary. During this time, his nose got injured while falling on the ground. After the injury, he immediately appeared in pain and the physio had to be called on the field. After first aid, Mukesh walked out of the field holding his nose.

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Made important contribution in bowling

Before getting injured, Mukesh Kumar had completed all four overs of his quota. In this match, he took 1 wicket for 32 runs in 4 overs. His most important wicket was that of Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Rajat Patidar, which brought significant success to the team.

Mukesh Kumar’s performance seems to be gradually improving this season. He has taken a total of 5 wickets in 5 matches so far. In such a situation, it is very important for Delhi Capitals for him to remain fit and in rhythm, because his role is going to be important in the further matches of the tournament.

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Delhi Capitals team looks full of confidence with this win, but Mukesh Kumar’s injury could be a matter of concern for the team. If his injury is serious, the team may have to change its bowling combination. In the coming matches, Delhi will be eyeing to maintain the winning streak, so that its position can be further strengthened in the race for the playoffs.