Sydney: "The world will be a different place." Those words were uttered by a softly spoken ex-army Englishman who was reflecting on the devastating events of 9/11. Similar words could well be appropriate for the cricket world after the tragic accident at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) that took the life of young Phillip Hughes.


Phillip Hughes falls after being struck on the head by a Sean Abbott bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match on Tuesday. Pic/Getty Images 

Up until 27/11/14 every player knew that an accident could occur on the cricket field and someone could be hurt. However, no one expected a death from an on-field injury but now, tragically, we all know different.