The former test match opening batsman was surfing with his son off Stradbroke Island in Queensland on Friday when the accident caused him to fracture a spinal vertebra and two ligaments in his neck, as well as leaving him with grazes to his head, Xinhua news agency reported.
Posting on social media, the 46-year-old expressed thanks and gratitude that his injuries were accurately diagnosed and treated. “Just wanted to say a big thank you to all our mates on (Stradbroke) who have been so supportive,” Hayden said.
“Fractured C6, torn C5, C4 ligaments safe to say I truly have dodged a bullet,” he added.
Hayden retired from international cricket in 2009 after playing over 100 test matches. He has a record-breaking opening partnership with current national team coach Justin Langer.
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