On the 10th anniversary of Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes' death, his family and former teammates paid tribute to him as a loving, humorous and infectious person. Hughes, who died at the age of 25 from a blow to the neck while batting, was remembered for his passion and love for the game. His death sparked changes to make the game safer and his teammate Sean Abbott, who delivered the fatal blow, was visibly emotional during a tribute before a domestic match. Former teammate David Warner also expressed his belief that Hughes would have been just as good, if not better, than himself and fellow batting great Steve Smith.
The Australian sports community will come together to remember the life and achievements of former Test opener Phillip Hughes, who tragically passed away in 2014 after being struck by a ball during a domestic competition. Before the start of the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Adelaide on December 6, flags will be flown at half-mast and players will wear black armbands. In a conversation with Codesports, Hughes' former teammate and friend, Cooper, shared fond memories of their time together and Hughes' passion for his cows and farm.
Cricket Australia has announced a series of tributes to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the tragic death of Phillip Hughes. The late cricketer will be honored during the upcoming India vs. Australia Test and three Sheffield Shield games, with players wearing black armbands and flags flying at half-mast. CA CEO Nick Hockley stated that they wanted to celebrate Hughes' life and achievements in an appropriate manner, and the home association will also broadcast a special documentary in his honor. Remembered as a promising player, Hughes' untimely death left a void in the Australian cricket community.