Combatants that are wounded have a chance to avoid suffering any damage if they are wearing armour, carrying shields or have a ward save. This is exactly the same as described for shooting, and the same rules apply.
Source: Warhammer Fantasy: 7th Edition
Combatants that are wounded have a chance to avoid suffering any damage if they are wearing armour, carrying shields or have a ward save. This is exactly the same as described for shooting, and the same rules apply.