Ten years to the day since the 25-year-old’s death, players stand for a minute’s silence before play at the SCG.

Players, umpires and staff have paid tribute to Phillip Hughes on the 10th anniversary of his death at the SCG, as his family described him as “the light of our lives”.

NSW teammates console Sean Abbott following an emotional minute's silence for Phillip Hughes at the SCG on the 10th anniversary of his death.

On this day, exactly a decade ago, cricket showed the world its darkest side when Australian cricketer Phillip Joel Hughes tragically passed away after sustaining a fatal injury while playing the sport he loved most.

The family of Phillip Hughes issued a touching tribute to the popular cricketer before an emotional ceremony at the SCG on the 10th anniversary of his death.