Phillip Hughes passes away at the age of 25

Phillip Hughes

Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes has passed away at the young age of 25.

Entire cricketing world mourns Hughes’s tragic loss

Cricket Australia (CA) Chief James Sutherland: “Cricket puts its arms around Phillip Hughes's family.

“Hughesy, Huey or Hugh-dog ... was a hero to kids around the nation. Particularly in his home town of Macksville.

“It was Phillip as a person we will miss most .. he was humble, understated and hard working. He set a wonderful example.

“Our hearts go out to the Hughes family right now. He will be sadly missed ... and always remembered.”

We are devastated by the loss of our much-loved son and brother Phillip," Australian skipper Michael Clarke read on behalf of Hughes’ family. "It has been a very difficult few days. We appreciated all the support we have received from family, friends, players, Cricket Australia and the general public.

Cricket was Phillip's life, and we as a family shared that love of the game with him. We would like to thank all the medical and nursing staff at St Vincent's Hospital and Cricket NSW medical staff for their great efforts with Phillip.We love you."

Pakistan vs New Zealand – 3rd Test, Day 2: Play suspended

Play to resume on Friday, with the match being extended by a day.

Today isn’t about cricket, it’s about Phil,” said New Zealand coach Mike Hesson on his team’s behalf. “Like the rest of the cricketing family, the BLACKCAPS players and management are devastated to hear about Phil’s tragic passing. It’s an unthinkable loss and I can tell you it’s an incredibly sombre dressing room right now.”

“To those who were close to Phillip, we extend our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you during this extremely difficult time.”

Indians vs Cricket Australia Invitational XI

India’s second warm-up game against Cricket Australia Invitational XI has also been called off, confirms cricket.com.au

Bangladesh Cricket Board

“The President and Directors of the BCB extends most sincere sympathies to the family of Mr Hughes in this sorrowful time.

Bangladesh Test Captain Mushfiqur Rahim said: “Phillip Hughes was an embodiment of the fighting spirit and the world of cricket will miss him. The news has come as a terrible shock. Our thoughts are with Phillip’s family, friends and the Australian cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace.”

A minute of silence will be observed by Bangladesh and Zimbabwe players prior to the start of the 4th ODI and will wear black arm bands as a mark of respect to Phillip Hughes at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka, tomorrow.

The CA XI v India match at Adelaide Oval has now been cancelled. It was scheduled for Fri-Sat, then moved to Sat-Sun but now abandoned.

— cricket.com.au (@CricketAus) November 27, 2014

The Indian team will train in the Adelaide Oval nets on Friday but not on the ground proper, as a mark of respect to Phillip Hughes.

— cricket.com.au (@CricketAus) November 27, 2014

My Thoughts and payers are will Phil's family and friends #RIPPhil xx pic.twitter.com/76aNWVyLau

— andrew flintoff (@flintoff11) November 27, 2014

Forever Not Out in My Heart Braz! ?? #RIPHughesy #408 #63NotOut pic.twitter.com/wuqonY5BlW

— Peter Siddle (@petersiddle403) November 27, 2014

Saddened to hear about Phil Hughes. Terrible day for cricket. RIP Phil. may God give strength to ur family,loved ones in this difficult time

— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) November 27, 2014

Shocked to hear about Phil's passing away! My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends! May his soul rest in peace! Feel for Abbot!

— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) November 27, 2014

63 not out forever... #RIPHughesy

— Glenn Maxwell (@Gmaxi_32) November 27, 2014

Brothers in arms, RIP mate. I will always walk out there forever knowing your by my side. Love you BRAZ!! pic.twitter.com/Qxq2Jy0Pyx

— David Warner (@davidwarner31) November 27, 2014

Saddened by the news of phil Hughes passing away ....condolences to family n friends ....R.I.P pic.twitter.com/TWaMFmngeK

— zaheer khan (@ImZaheer) November 27, 2014

Shocked and sadden by the news of Phil hughes. Condolence to his family and friends # RIP

— Harbhajan Singh (@harbhajan_singh) November 27, 2014

Devastated to hear of Phil Hughes' passing. Such a sad day for everyone. Condolences to his family and friends. Champion of a man! RIP

— Steven Finn (@finnysteve) November 27, 2014

You defined character, courage and most of all laughter, you will be missed by many my friend. RIP #PhillipHughes

— shaun marsh (@shaunmarsh9) November 27, 2014

Horrible to hear the passing of Phil Hughes. Gone way too soon. Condolences to family and friends. R.I.P

— Corey Anderson (@coreyanderson78) November 27, 2014

RIP Phill Hughes !!

— Quinton De Kock (@QuinnyDeKock69) November 27, 2014

Cricket has lost a super talented cricketer but most of all a lovely, lovely man. All our thoughts with his family #PhilHughes

— Paul Collingwood (@Colly622) November 27, 2014

Just can't believe it, heartbreaking stuff. RIP Phil Hughes. pic.twitter.com/7L7XnsEUnL

— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) November 27, 2014

Shocked to hear about Phil. Sad day for cricket. Deepest condolences to family, friends and well wishers. RIP #PhilipHughes

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 27, 2014