The family of former Australian Test cricket star Phillip Hughes has sent a heartfelt tribute to Ben Austin after the teenager’s tragic death.

Austin, 17, died after being struck by a ball in the nets while warming up for a senior T20 game in Ferntree Gully on Tuesday afternoon. He was wearing a helmet when the incident occurred.

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Austin was rushed to hospital in the care of specialised paramedics but tragically passed away on Wednesday.

The teenager’s death was eerily similar to Hughes, who died nearly 11 years ago after being struck by a ball while playing state cricket for New South Wales.

Hughes’ family released a statement on Thursday.

“We would like to send our deepest condolences to the Austin family for th

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