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Phil Hughes passes away
AUSTRALIAN cricketer Phillip Hughes died today after succumbing to injuries he suffered when struck by a bouncer at the SCG on Tuesday.
He was 25.
Australian Team Doctor Peter Brukner said in a statement:
“It is my sad duty to inform you that a short time ago Phillip Hughes passed away.
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.”
The South Australian batsman, who was pushing for a Test recall against India in Brisbane next week, was knocked out after the ball made impact under his helmet, behind his left ear.
Hughes collapsed on the pitch before being rushed to Sydney’s St Vincent’s Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery to relieve pressure on his brain.
He had been in critical condition in intensive care since Tuesday afternoon, with Australian captain Michael Clarke, vice-captain Brad Haddin and opener David Warner among the devastated players on hand to show their support.
The incident had been described by former Test stars as a “freak accident” and something “never before seen in cricket”.
Tributes are being posted in the dozens on Twitter from the cricket, sporting and wider community.
http://www.news.com.au/sport/cricket...-1227137085261
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Tragic loss, rest in peace.
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Obviously I never knew the bloke, but I am struck by how terrible this news makes me feel, just as a cricket fan. This is easily the most shocking sporting news I can remember. I cannot help sending my thoughts to his family at this saddest of times for them.
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Shocking news, rest in peace Phil.
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not good-also spare a thought for poor Sean Abbott
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Sad sad news, R.I.P Phil Hughes.
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Ecky I agree! I didn't know this young man, and I know as much about cricket as flying to the moon! However, it has made me feel very sad and how often the events in the world are so unjust! May this young man RIP and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends and also to the bowler! Puts my "troubles" into perspective! Hug your loved ones and let them know as often as possible how much they are cared for! Life can change in the blink of an eye!
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May the young fella rest in peace. My heart goes out to Sean Abbott as well. Just put my shitty day doing paperwork right into perspective! My young lad is getting a big hug when he gets home.
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Easily up there for me as one of the most tragic. Along with the Zambian soccer team plane crash, Brumbie Sean Mackay and the Liverpool stadium disaster
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Very sad all round. I feel for everyone who knew and loved him...
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Sean Abbott set for Sheffield Shield return
Good news. Go well young fella
http://www.smh.com.au/sport/cricket/...08-122bh4.html
