Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
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 swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His 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 after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
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