Kolkata, February 16 In a bizarre incident, a woman spectator was injured after she was hit by a ball while watching the England-Italy match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at Eden Gardens here on Monday evening, police said.
The local woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was struck on the face by the ball, causing a nosebleed, the official said.
Taken aback by the incident, spectators around her immediately alerted stadium security.
She was attended to by doctors, given first aid, and rushed to SSKM Hospital, the official added, adding that her condition is stable.
Jill Jacks delivered a stellar all-round performance as England overcame a spirited Italian fightback to beat them by 24 runs and secure their place in the Super Eights in their T20 World Cup Group C clash here.