Tragic Cricket Accident Claims Melbourne Teen's Life 🏏 Remembering Ben Austin

Tributes are being paid to a Melbourne teenager who died in a sudden cricket training accident.

Ben Austin was rushed to hospital in a critical condition on Tuesday after he was struck in the neck by a ball at Ferntree Gully, in the city's outer east. He was facing balls in the nets ahead of a T20 match when the incident occurred.

The 17-year-old is being remembered as a loved friend, family members and talented sportsman.

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