Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
