Australian cricketer, Phillip Joel Hughes passed away at the age of 25 in 2014 after he was hit by a bouncer on his neck. It’s been five years, but the void that has been left will never be filled.
Forever in our hearts. #63notout pic.twitter.com/aI1TWoDivp
— Cricket Australia (@CricketAus) November 26, 2019
The wounds of his death are fresh as ever in the minds of his teammates who paid an emotional tribute to their former teammate.
Michael Clarke, who was Phil’s teammate, gave a touching eulogy as well. Sharing a picture of his little brother, he got a little teary in the caption.
Steve Smith shared a photo with Hughes on Instagram with the caption, “Miss you bro #408”, 408 signified Hughes’ Test cap number.
Opener David Warner shared a photo with Hughes, captioned, “#63notoutforever
Hughes was batting on 63 when he was struck by the Sean Abbott’s bouncer that eventually led to his untimely death.
Aaron Finch, Hughes teammate, remembered him on his fifth death anniversary.
Rest in Peace, Phillip Hughes.
We hope you are in a happier place.