>Recalling the Legacy of Phillip Hughes as Australia Takes on India in Day/Night Test

The cricket world is remembering the legacy of the late Phillip Hughes as Australia takes on India in the second test of the five-match series at Adelaide Oval, a day/night fixture with a pink ball. The players are paying tribute to the former Australian cricketer, who tragically passed away in 2014, by wearing black armbands on the first day of the Test.

Phillip Hughes was a talented batsman who left a lasting impact on the game despite being repeatedly dropped from the national team during his playing days. According to his teammate Usman Khawaja, Hughes' treatment was "horrible" and selectors were "short-sighted" in their decision-making, although rightly praising his skills to be a future hall-of-famer. His impressive performances, including twin tons against South Africa, were often overshadowed by criticism of his technique.

Today, the Australian team is donning black armbands as a mark of respect for Hughes, who died at the age of 25. As they take to the field to face India's key players like Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin, the team is carrying on his legacy. The pink ball, which assists seam bowlers more than a red ball, especially during night sessions, poses a significant challenge for batters. Former fast bowler Brett Lee described the pink ball as swinging and shaping more than a red ball, due to night-time humidity. The pink ball Test is expected to be an interesting contest for cricket fans.

Indian players who have excelled in day/night Tests, such as Kohli and Ashwin, are expected to provide a stern test for the Australian lineup. Australian players, including Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, are also set to face the pink ball challenge. Marnus Labuschagne, one of the top contenders for Australian batters, is up for the challenge. The players are set to put on a thrilling show, as Phillips' 10th death anniversary is also being commemorated.

The Adelaide Oval is set to witness an enthralling day-night Test match, where cricket fans will be reminded of the tragic death of Phillip Hughes. The respect paid by wearing black armbands serves as a poignant tribute to the former cricketer and a reminder of his enduring influence on the game.