Kolkata: A 20-year-old female boxer collapsed and died during a training session in the Bhawanipore area in Kolkata, a senior police officer stated on Thursday. The deceased identified as Jyothi Pradhan, who had represented Bengal at national tournaments, fell unconscious during practice on Wednesday at Bhowanipur Boxing Association.

She was immediately rushed to nearby SSKM hospital, where the doctors declared her dead on arrival. Jyothi Pradhan who was a resident of Bhukailash Road in Kidderpore area was pursuing graduation at the city's Jogesh Chandra Chaudhuri Law College. "No foul play has been noticed and the local police haven't received any complaint. However, we are waiting for the post-mortem report to arrive to get a clearer picture on her death. The necessary legal procedure is also on," the officer added.