That was a freak and tragic accident - not even sure a better helmet would have prevented it - I think the designs aren’t quite there yet but Australia followed England last year so batters need to get used to them. 

I don’t mind them but have always worn a helmet, it doesn't affect my poor performance either way lol.

carlosfandango

They all wear very good quality helmets these days. 

After the shocking death Phillip Hughes, the helmet rules have also changed in cricket. 

Coinsreporter

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Not a huge fan but saw him play in-person for the first time last year and was very impressed so always cheer for him. If you are under pressure he is very good around number 4/5/6 in the batting order. Decent hitter against spin so can really keep a run rate going late in an innings. 

And as an aside I wish their players would wear stem guards. Not so much on the established grounds but  some of these pitches are a real danger.