Bridget Patterson injured by ball in WBBL match vs Sydney Sixers
- Bridget Patterson was injured when struck by the ball during a WBBL match.
- She was immediately attended to by medical staff and replaced for a time by Ellie Johnston.
- Despite the injury, Patterson returned to the game, but the Strikers lost the match by 11 runs.
During a Women's Big Bash League match in Australia, an incident occurred involving Adelaide Strikers' wicketkeeper Bridget Patterson. In the fourth over of the run chase against the Sydney Sixers, Patterson was struck on the face by a ball that had bounced awkwardly after being bowled. Medical staff responded quickly as she fell to the ground, showing signs of injury with blood visible from the impact near her right eye socket. After receiving medical attention, she was replaced by reserve wicketkeeper Ellie Johnston. Despite the frightening incident, Patterson was able to return to the field later in the match. The match itself showcased strong performances from both teams, with the Strikers batting first and getting bowled out for a total of 171 runs. Patterson contributed significantly to her team's score, top-scoring with 44 runs. The Sixers, needing 172 runs, faced early challenges but found stability with a partnership between Sarah Bryce and Ellyse Perry, who combined for 80 runs. However, Strikers bowlers put pressure on the batters leading to a close finish. In the end, the Sixers clinched victory by just 11 runs, with Bryce and Perry as top scorers for the Sixers. This match highlighted the competitive nature of the league and the challenges players face on the field.