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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nNEW DELHI: The big question ahead of the high-stakes IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings in New Delhi on Tuesday is \u2014 will Lungi Ngidi feature in the DC playing XI?Delhi Capitals\u2019 bowling coach Munaf Patel has provided a major update, confirming that the South African pacer is fully fit and available for selection after recovering from a frightening injury.\u201cAll bowlers are fit, including Lungi Ngidi,\u201d Munaf said on the eve of the match on Monday, effectively clearing the speedster to return after his enforced break under ICC concussion protocols.Ngidi had suffered a nasty fall during DC\u2019s clash against Punjab Kings on April 25 while attempting a catch. Back-pedalling for a high ball, he lost balance and landed heavily on his head, forcing a lengthy stoppage and subsequent hospitalisation. The incident raised serious concerns, but after completing the mandatory seven-day stand-down period, the pacer is now back in contention.While Munaf did not explicitly confirm Ngidi\u2019s inclusion in the XI, his \u201c100% fit\u201d remark strongly suggests that DC could bring him back for this crucial encounter as they look to strengthen their pace attack.<\/p>\n Lungi Ngidi<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n DC\u2019s must-win scenario<\/span>The stakes could not be higher for Delhi Capitals. Both DC and CSK have four wins each from nine matches, sitting sixth and seventh respectively on the points table, making this clash pivotal in the playoff race.\u201cWe do not have any option but to win. We have to win all the matches if we want to qualify for playoffs,\u201d Munaf admitted, underlining the pressure on the side.He also stressed the importance of early breakthroughs, especially against a CSK lineup capable of chasing big totals. \u201cThe biggest of the totals are chased if you don\u2019t get wickets in powerplays. Presence of a big bowler does make a difference,\u201d he added \u2014 a statement that further hints at Ngidi\u2019s potential return.Munaf also indicated that the team is unlikely to make sweeping changes despite recent fluctuations in form. \u201cConfidence comes with victory only. You cannot get confidence if you lose,\u201d he said, backing continuity in selection.With CSK holding a dominant head-to-head record and DC fighting to stay alive in the tournament, Ngidi\u2019s availability could prove decisive in what promises to be a high-pressure encounter.<\/div>\n![\"Lungi](\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/photo\/msid-130825980\/lungi-ngidi.jpg\" "\\"Lungi")
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