Sajid Khan's close call at IPL: cricket ball nearly struck composer
Synopsis
Music composer Sajid Khan's IPL outing turned alarming when a powerful cricket ball tore through the rod above his seat after he leapt out of its path. His split-second 'just jump' instinct — and a stuck foot that ironically tilted him away — kept a potentially serious injury to minor scratches and swelling.
Key Takeaways
Sajid Khan , composer of the Sajid-Wajid duo, had a narrow escape at an IPL match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru .
A high-speed cricket ball came directly at him in the stands; he jumped instinctively and avoided a direct hit.
He sustained minor scratches and swelling on his forearm and leg — no serious injury reported.
The ball struck the rod above his seat with enough force to tear it apart, underscoring the danger.
Sajid shared a bandaged video on social media captioned 'Bach gaye nawabsahab', which went viral.
His brother and musical partner Wajid Khan passed away in 2020 at age 42 due to cardiac arrest.
Music composer Sajid Khan, one half of the celebrated Bollywood duo Sajid-Wajid, narrowly avoided a serious injury when a high-speed cricket ball came within inches of striking him during an Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). He sustained minor scratches and some swelling, but emerged largely unhurt — crediting quick instinct and what he called his 'sixth sense' for saving him.
What Happened in the Stands
Sajid shared a video of himself wearing a Punjab Kings jersey, his forearm and leg visibly bandaged. In the clip, he recounted how the ball was heading straight for him while he was seated in the stands. 'The ball was coming exactly to me, and I could see it,' he said, describing how he initially rose to attempt a catch before his left foot got caught in his chair.
'When I got stuck in the chair, I became crooked, and the ball was in front of my face,' he explained. Drawing on his film instincts, he said he told himself: 'Jump. Don't think. Just jump.' The split-second decision reportedly saved him from a direct hit — the ball instead struck the rod above his seat with enough force to tear it apart.
The Aftermath and Sajid's Response
'Just imagine how much force it was coming with. And if I had missed it, if I had gotten hurt, then my work would have been done. Anyway, I got saved,' he said. He acknowledged the minor injuries with characteristic lightness: 'It's a little here, and a little here. And it's a little swollen here. It's hurting. But then, it's okay. Your brother is strong, and everything is fine.'
Sajid captioned his post: 'Bach gaye nawabsahab hahahaha yes it was dangerous but sixth sense… jst jump but I'm fine.' He also acknowledged that several videos of the incident had gone viral, and that people were 'making fun' of him — though he took it in good spirit.
Who Is Sajid Khan
Sajid and his late brother Wajid Khan formed one of Bollywood's most prolific composing duos. The pair first scored music for Salman Khan's Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya in 1998, and went on to compose for numerous hit films, many of them Salman Khan starrers. They also composed the IPL 4 theme song Dhoom Dhoom Dhoom Dhadaka, with Wajid singing the title track. Wajid Khan passed away in 2020 due to cardiac arrest at the age of 42, reportedly after a history of underlying health issues. Sajid has since continued working in the industry independently.
Reactions and What It Highlights
The incident has drawn attention to spectator safety in IPL venues, where high-velocity deliveries and powerful shots regularly send the ball into crowded stands. Sajid's video, which went viral shortly after being posted, prompted a wave of reactions from fans and fellow industry figures. He signed off reassuringly: 'I love you all, and no worries. I am fine. Thank you.'
Point of View
But it raises a question that IPL organisers have largely avoided: how safe are premium stands when a ball travelling at match-pace can tear through a metal rod inches from a spectator's face? Celebrities in team boxes attract cameras, but the physics of a mishit are indifferent to fame. As IPL venues pack in larger crowds and hospitality zones edge closer to the boundary, spectator protection protocols deserve scrutiny beyond the laugh-track this incident has generated.
NationPress
3 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Sajid Khan at the IPL match?
Composer Sajid Khan narrowly avoided being struck by a high-speed cricket ball while seated in the stands during a Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL match. He jumped instinctively, suffering only minor scratches and swelling; the ball went on to strike and tear the metal rod above his seat.
How did Sajid Khan react to the incident?
Sajid shared a video of himself in a Punjab Kings jersey with a bandaged forearm and leg, recounting the incident with humour. He captioned it 'Bach gaye nawabsahab' and credited his 'sixth sense' for prompting him to jump out of the ball's path in time.
Was Sajid Khan seriously injured?
No. Sajid Khan described the injuries as minor — 'a little scratch' and some swelling — and confirmed he was fine. He emphasised that the ball's force was severe enough to tear through the rod above his seat, making the near-miss significant.
Who is Sajid Khan the composer?
Sajid Khan is one half of the Bollywood composing duo Sajid-Wajid, known for scoring music for numerous Salman Khan films beginning with Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya in 1998. The duo also composed the IPL 4 theme song. His brother and partner Wajid Khan passed away in 2020 at age 42 due to cardiac arrest.
Which IPL teams were playing when the incident occurred?
The incident took place during a match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Sajid was in the stands supporting Punjab Kings, as seen from the team jersey he wore in his video.
