Young cricketer Ben Austin tragically died after being struck on the head by a cricket ball during a training session at Ferntree Gully in suburban Melbourne.
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Young cricketer Ben Austin tragically died after being struck on the head by a cricket ball during a training session at Ferntree Gully in suburban Melbourne.
Young cricketer Ben Austin death after being struck on the head by a cricket ball during a training session at Ferntree Gully in suburban Melbourne. The 17-year-old was batting in the nets when the injury occurred, and despite immediate medical assistance and being rushed to hospital in critical condition, he passed away.
The Ferntree Gully Cricket Club expressed devastation over the loss in a public statement, extending condolences to his family, friends, and the cricket community. The incident has also deeply affected Ben’s teammate who was bowling during the session.
This tragedy echoes the 2014 death of international cricketer Phillip Hughes, who died following a similar injury during a professional match, leading to improved safety regulations including mandatory helmets in elite cricket competitions.
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