The ball that led to his death was delivered by Sean Abbott , a 22 - year - old fast bowler who was a close friend of Hughes .
Hughes was only 25 years old and was regarded as one of the best cricketers in the world .
The ball that led to Hughes ' death was delivered by Sean Abbott , a 22 - year - old fast bowler who was a close friend Hughes Hughes .
Hughes was only 25 years old and was regarded as one of the best cricketers in the world .