Tragedy in Australia: Teen Cricketer Ben Austin Dies After Ball Collision 🏏

17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin’s shock death is weighing heavy on Australia’s cricket community. The Melbourne boy was struck by a ball on Tuesday afternoon, and died in hospital Wednesday night. Former Australian test fast-bowler Geoff Lawson spoke to 10 News+ about the freak accident, and how similar tragedies can be avoided in the future.

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