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SD TIGHTENS SCREWS AS AUSTRALIAN CRICKETER DIES

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MBABANE – The death of an athlete while in action is likely to send shivers down the spines of fellow competitors.


Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes died after being struck by a delivery during a match, raising eyebrows across the globe. Media reports revealed that Hughes, who died yesterday after being in a coma, was wearing a helmet on Tuesday when he was hit after attempting to hook a short-pitch ball from New South Wales fast bowler Sean Abbott.


The unfortunate incident prompted the country to act swiftly to avoid a similar situation. Swaziland Cricket Association of Swaziland (SCA) President Ronnie Egambaram said the developments called for his office to be extra careful as the sport was now played across the board.


“We’re just trying to come to terms with the shocking incident and we’re following it with keen interest.
“In the meantime we have to ensure that no child or player enters the field of play without a helmet. We have to look more into the incident before we issue a detailed statement in due course.”


A cricket ball is said to be consisting of cork covered by leather. Research suggests cricket balls, weighing between 155.9 and 163.0 grams are known for their hardness and for the risk of injury involved when using them. The danger of cricket balls was a key motivator for the introduction of protective equipment.

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