💔 Heartbroken uncle explains his grief following the loss of his 17 year old nephew... episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 30, 2025 · 5 MIN

💔 Heartbroken uncle explains his grief following the loss of his 17 year old nephew...

from The Kyle & Jackie O Show · host KIIS and iHeart Australia

Earlier this week, a 17 - year old named Ben Austin from Melbourne, was tragically killed after being struck in the neck by a cricket ball during team practice.  The accident happened in front of his team mates, and he was rushed to Monash hospital in a critical condition before being placed on life support.  The Ferntree Gully Cricket Club later confirmed his death on socials.  We spoke to David, his uncle who explained his grief. We gave him a donation to help the family out during this tough time.  If you'd like to donate:  https://www.gofundme.com/f/vale-ben-austin?attribution_id=sl:a7266a6f-6a00-44c2-99f3-d257193cc4f0&lang=en_AU&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Earlier this week, a 17 - year old named Ben Austin from Melbourne, was tragically killed after being struck in the neck by a cricket ball during team practice.  The accident happened in front of his team mates, and he was rushed to Monash hospital...

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