Friday 28 November
On day two in Sharjah, the BLACKCAPS #putoutyourbats immediately on arrival at the ground, and wrote 'P.H.' on their playing shirts.
Thursday 27 November
Update 8.45pm - BLACKCAPS statement on passing of Phillip Hughes
BLACKCAPS Coach Mike Hesson has released the following statement on behalf of the Test squad in Sharjah, UAE.
Hesson said the entire cricket community was reeling from the news of Phillip Hughes’ death.
“Today isn’t about cricket, it’s about Phil,” said Hesson.
“Like the rest of the cricketing family, the BLACKCAPS players and management are devastated to hear about Phil’s tragic passing. It’s an unthinkable loss and I can tell you it’s an incredibly sombre dressing room right now.”
“To those who were close to Phillip, we extend our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts are with you during this extremely difficult time.“
#putoutyourbats
Update 7.30pm
The BLACKCAPS and Pakistan have agreed to suspend play today in Sharjah as a mark of respect for Phil Hughes.
NZC Statement 7pm
New Zealand Cricket is shocked and saddened by news of the death of Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes.
NZC Chief Executive David White today extended his deepest sympathy to the family of Phillip; his friends, colleagues, team-mates and opponents alike - and to Cricket Australia for their loss.
“Cricket is a family,” said Mr White. “Quite apart from its super-competitive edge, it is a game of kinship, mateship and friendship; of camaraderie and community.
The Basin Reserve scoreboard this evening.
“To lose one of our own in such tragic circumstances is unthinkable, and our thoughts are with those who are close to Phillip; who know him, or have simply enjoyed the wonderful brand of cricket he brought to the game.
“To those people, and all others who share in his loss, may I pass on our heartfelt condolences.”
