Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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