Tendulkar, Kumble salute Hughes

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar joined the cricket world in mourning the tragic death of young Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes, who passed away last Thursday after being hit on the head by a bouncer during a domestic game at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

In a tribute to Hughes, who would have turned 26 last Sunday, Tendulkar posted on his Twitter page: "Will miss you Phil. Your enthusiasm to learn and drive for perfection was most impressive. #FarewellHughes."

The 41-year-old iconic batsman also posted a photograph of him along with Hughes, who was part of IPL franchise Mumbai Indians in 2013.

Former India skipper Anil Kumble also paid tribute.

"Phil Hughes RIP...#63notout cricket will miss you," said the spin legend on the social networking site.

Hughes was laid to rest on Wednesday in his home town, Macksville, in a funeral attended by thousands, with friends, family and teammates paying tribute to the young batsman.

Image: Phillip Hughes with Sachin Tendulkar posted on Twitter