Delhi Capitals youngster Sahil Parakh Hit By Ball During Practice, Rushed to Hospital

Delhi Capitals youngster Sahil Parakh was taken to a hospital in Delhi on Friday (April 24) after a training accident at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Delhi are set to play Punjab Kings on Saturday, and ahead of that, an unfortunate incident unfolded at the ground.

What Happened to Sahil Parakh?

During a Delhi Capitals practice session, Sahil Parakh suffered a serious facial injury after being struck by a ball. The player was in distress and had bleeding, and he was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. The player was seen receiving first aid on the ground and was later taken for further medical treatment.

Who is Sahil Parakh?

Sahil Parakh is an 18-year-old Indian cricketer, born June 7, 2007, in Nashik, Maharashtra, a promising left-handed opening batter and part-time leg-break bowler. He was bought by DC for Rs 30 lakh in the auction and has represented Maharashtra domestically, Eagle Nashik Titans in the Maharashtra Premier League.

Parakh began in school and age-group cricket for Maharashtra, excelling in interschool tournaments with consistent runs and wickets. He progressed to Maharashtra's Under-19 team, establishing himself as a reliable top-order batsman and part-time bowler.

MyKhel understands the player has undergone scans at the Delhi hospital and also approached to Delhi Capitals for his latest condition, who denied a comment.