Phil Hughes was injured by a Sean Abbott bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match between New South Wales and West End Redbacks. Hughes was unbeaten on 63 when the mishap took place. After the injury, Hughes had to be transported to the hospital by a helicopter and the match had to be abandoned.
Cricket Australia’s CEO James Sutherland expressed his condolence on the incident via a press release. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Phil Hughes right now. We are also thinking of his family, team mates and friends in the Australian cricket family. His welfare is our highest priority. We’re also naturally concerned about all of those involved in today’s game and will be giving them our utmost support.”, he said.
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