Remembering Phil Hughes – a year after the tragedy Friday Nov 27,2015

On the first anniversary of the tragic death of Australian batsman Phillip Hughes, questions are being asked about safety — and the new pink ball being used at this week's historic day-night Test.

 

Phillip Hughes, who played 26 Tests, died from bleeding on the brain on November 27,2014 after being hit on the base of the skull by a rising ball at the Sydney Cricket Ground during a domestic match.

 

His death — a freak accident — stunned Australia and the world cricket community, sparking an outpouring of grief.

While Cricket Australia immediately boosted the medical presence at grounds and now requires all players to wear a helmet that meets stringent safety standards, Hughes' long-time coach and mentor Neil D'Costa said he was still not convinced it was enough