Composer Sajid Khan Escaped Getting Hit by Cricket Ball at IPL: ‘Bach Gaye Nawabsahab’ Music composer Sajid Khan, part of the duo Sajid-Wajid, narrowly avoided being struck by a cricket ball during an IPL match on May 18, 2026. The incident occurred during the Punjab Kings (PBKS) versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) game. Khan, who was seated in the stands, described the moment in a clip shared online. He recounted how a powerful ball nearly hit him but was deflected, leaving him with minor scratches and swelling. Khan credited his “sixth sense” and quick reflexes for avoiding a major injury. In the clip, Khan explained that the ball was “peeled off” and heading directly toward him. “I could see the ball was lying on the ground,” he said, adding that he initially thought he could catch it. However, he was seated on a chair, and his left foot became stuck, leaving him in a precarious position. “The ball was in front of my face,” he said, emphasizing the danger. Khan described his instinct to act swiftly. “I’ve seen so many movies and have done so many films. I got so much brain,” he said, recalling his decision to jump. “Don’t think. Just jump,” he told himself. He claimed that his jump prevented the ball from hitting his head or chest, though he did sustain a minor injury. “The ball got stuck on the rod above my seat, and it got torn,” he added, highlighting the force of the impact. Khan expressed relief at being saved, noting that if he had been hit, his work would have been “done.” He also humorously acknowledged the attention his incident received, stating, “People are making fun of me a lot. If you guys were there, your air would have become tight.#royal_challengers_bengaluru #punjab_kings #sajid_khan #wajid #iplt20
