Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken 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 most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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