On 25 November 2014, Hughes was knocked unconscious by a bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match at the Sydney Cricket Ground, while batting on 63 not out, Hughes was struck in the neck by a bouncer from New South Wales bowler Sean Abbott after mistiming his shot. He was taken to St Vincent's Hospital where he underwent surgery, was placed into an induced coma and was in intensive care in a critical condition. He died on 27 November 2014, after failing to regain conciousness.
- 11-Jul-13: Ashton Agar and Phil Hughes' partnership of 163, against England during the first Ashes Test on 11 July 2013, is the highest for a 10th wicket in Tests.
