Cricket Australia released a statement from Australian team doctor Peter Brukner on Tuesday night following emergency surgery to treat Phil Hughes‘ head injury sustained during South Australia’s Sheffield Shield fixture at the SCG earlier in the day.
“Phillip Hughes sustained a severe head injury while batting for South Australia at the SCG today,” the statement said.
“Phillip was treated on the ground by Cricket NSW medical staff and transferred by Ambulance to St Vincent’s Hospital.
“He subsequently underwent surgery and remains in a critical condition in the hospital’s intensive care unit.
“Unless there is any significant change there will be no further updates on his condition until tomorrow.
“Phillip is receiving the best possible medical care. The thoughts of his teammates and the wider cricket community are with Phil and his family and friends at this difficult time.
“We ask that you kindly respect the family’s wishes for privacy.”
Hughes was stretchered from the SCG pitch at 2:23pm after a bouncer struck the 25-year-old in the back, lower left side of the head as he attempted a pull-shot on a delivery from NSW bowler Sean Abbott.
Results of Hughes’ surgery won’t be known for 24-48 hours.
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