Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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