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Distraught Abbott being monitored after Hughes death

November 27, 2014

Image: Sean Abbott cradles Phillip Hughes's head after after the left-hander was struck in the head by an Abbott delivery. Photograph: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

The cricketing community has rallied behind New South Wales all-rounder Sean Abbott whose bouncer struck Phillip Hughes.

Hughes died in a Sydney hospital on Thursday, two days after being hit on the head during a Sheffield Shield game.

Abbott was distraught when Hughes staggered after being hit. He was one of the first players to rush to help the injured batsman.

Image: Sean Abbott. Photograph: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

The Australian Cricketers Association said it is monitoring Abbott closely. All players involved in the match are receiving counselling and psychological support.

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