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Teen killed playing cricket was victim of misadventure

The coroner said no inquest or adverse findings will follow Ben Austin’s death, while Cricket Victoria and Cricket Australia continue safety reviews.

A coroner has decided against holding an inquest into the death of a 17-year-old boy who was fatally struck playing cricket.

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Young cricketer Ben Austin’s death ruled a tragic accident

A coroner investigating the teen’s death after a training accident has said no individual or organisation was to blame.

·North Sydney, Australia
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Teen killed playing cricket was victim of misadventure

A coroner has decided against holding an inquest into the death of a 17-year-old boy who was fatally struck playing cricket.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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The Canberra Times broke the news in Canberra, Australia on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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