Australian cricketer dies after being struck in neck

November 27, 2014

Australian cricketer has died in, Sydney today (Thursday, ). Hughes was playing a match for South Australia at the  when he was struck in the neck by a.



"It is my sad duty to inform you that a short time ago Phillip Hughs passed away," said Australian national team doctor Peter Brukner in a statement.

As the news broke, condolences came from around Australia's sporting community.

"A sad, sad day. Absolutely devastating. Thoughts go out to Phillip Hughes' family and friends. #RIPPhillipHughes,"  captain  tweeted.

"Our thoughts are with Philip’s family and everyone affected by this tragic accident," said CEO.

"The [WAFC] on behalf of football in WA extends sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Phillip Hughes," tweeted the WAFC.

Today was meant to be the third day of the Sheffield Shield match Hughes was involved in. The entire round of matches was abandoned after the incident.