A state memorial service will be held for cricketer Phillip Hughes, NSW Premier Mike Baird says.

“This service has been arranged in consultation with Phillip’s family, and it will be an opportunity for the entire community to pay their respects to a much-loved Australian and New South Welshman,” Mr Baird said.

“The service will be held at the Sydney Cricket Ground, with a date and other details to be advised in due course.”

Hughes died on Thursday afternoon after being felled by a bouncer from Sean Abbott during a Sheffield Shield match at the SCG on Tuesday.