An Emotional moment for Phil’s dad as he carries his son’s coffin

This is a very emotional time, Gregory Hughes pictured crying as he carried his son’s coffin into his funeral on December 3rd. Phil Hughes died on November 27th two days after he was struck in the back of the neck by a ball during a cricket game in Sydney, Australia. He died just three days to his 26th birthday.

The funeral was attended by over 1,000 people including many national and sporting dignitaries as well as the Prime Minister of Gregory Hughes , Tony Abbott. It was also broadcast live on Australian TV.

Phil’s Mom

Late Phil

RIP Phil Hughes