Sports News | India Batter Smriti Mandhana 'stable' After Being Struck on Head

Rangiora [New Zealand], February 28 (ANI): Indian team opener Smriti Mandhana is stable after being struck on the head in a warm-up game ahead of the ICC Women's World Cup.

Smriti Mandhana sustained a blow to her left ear and lower temple while batting in the warm-up game against South Africa in Rangiora. Smriti was immediately assessed by the match-day doctor who expected a delayed concussion.

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After further assessment, Smriti was diagnosed with a mild soft tissue injury to her left earlobe which caused discomfort while batting and therefore she had to leave the field retired hurt.

"As a safety precaution, she was rested for the rest of the match and is currently under observation. Presently, the opening batter is doing fine and her condition is stable," BCCI in a statement said.

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"Her progress will be monitored by the medical team and a decision on her participation in the next match will be taken accordingly," the statement added.

India defeated South Africa in the warm-up fixture by 2 runs on Sunday. (ANI)

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