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.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight 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 extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 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 – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
