South African cricketer was fatally injured when hit by a ` ` bouncer '' 25 year old had been in a coma since being operated on earlier this week . Ball somehow hit the cricketer 's helmet as he swiveled to take a catch . Australian prime minister 's office : His death is a very sad day for Australia .
South Australia batsman was fatally injured when hit by a `` bouncer '' 25 year old had been in a coma since being operated on earlier this week . Ball somehow evaded the cricketer 's helmet as he swiveled to play a shot . Australian prime minister 's office : His death is a very sad day for cricket .