Sydney (Web Desk): Australia’s star batsman Phillip Hughes has died in hospital two days after he was struck in his head, Cricket Australia Official Confirmed.
Australia Test batsman Phillip Hughes, 25, has died in hospital, two days after being hit on the head by a delivery during a domestic match in Sydney, Official.
Australia team doctor Peter Brukner said he never regained consciousness.
Phillip Hughes, who also played for Hampshire, Middlesex and Worcestershire, was struck by a short-pitched ball from Sean Abbott.
“It’s an understatement to say we’re completely devastated,” said Cricket Australia boss James Sutherland.
“The word tragedy gets used too often in sport, but this freak accident is a real life tragedy.”
Australia captain Michael Clarke read out a statement on behalf of the Hughes family at a news conference.
Cricket united in grief as Australian batsman passes away following blow to the head.
The cricket community worldwide is in mourning today following the death of Phillip Joel Hughes, aged 25.
Cricket Australia announced the news with a statement from team doctor Peter Brukner.
“It is my sad duty to inform you that a short time ago Phillip Hughes passed away,” Dr Brukner’s statement read.
“He never regained consciousness following his injury on Tuesday.
“He was not in pain before he passed and was surrounded by his family and close friends.
“As a cricket community we mourn his loss and extend our deepest sympathies to Phillip’s family and friends at this incredibly sad time.
“Cricket Australia kindly asks that the privacy of the Hughes family, players and staff be respected.”
