Oz PM on Hughes death: What happened has touched millions of Australians

November 27, 2014 10:52

Australian PM Tony Abbott's message on cricketer Phillip Hughes death.

"Phillip Hughes was a young man living out his dreams.
His death is a very sad day for cricket and a heartbreaking day for his family.
What happened has touched millions of Australians.
For a young life to be cut short playing our national game seems a shocking aberration.
He was loved, admired and respected by his teammates and by his legions of cricket fans.
Australians' thoughts and prayers are with the Hughes family."

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