SA cricketers tweet on Phil Hughes’ death
The tragic news saw millions take to Twitter to convey their condolences.
A dark day has dawned on the world of cricket after Australian cricketer, Phil Hughes died from his injuries sustained after a ball struck him in the back of the head.
Hughes collapsed on the pitch while playing for South Australia on Tuesday afternoon.
Heart broken! A very dark day. You will be missed, Phil Hughes. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family & friends.
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) November 27, 2014
Lost for words! Holding onto the fact that he is in a better world right now! RIP buddy! Thinking of Sean and the family! God do your work! — mark boucher (@markb46) November 27, 2014
Our sincerest & most heartfelt condolences go out to Phil Hughes’ family, friends,teammates, @CricketAus & fans. #RIP pic.twitter.com/R94bx8m7a7
— Cricket South Africa (@OfficialCSA) November 27, 2014
May you RIP Hughesey. Words cannot explain one’s feelings right now. Prayers are with his family, friends and Teammates.. #RIPPhilHughes — JP Duminy (@jpduminy21) November 27, 2014
Woke up to the news of Phil Hughes passing away. RIP buddy. Thoughts and prayers to friends and family. What a sad day.
— Jacques Kallis (@jacqueskallis75) November 27, 2014
Footage of the incident can be seen here:
Read more on Phil Hughes; career here.
