Retired Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight 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 falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two 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 your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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