Ex- Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 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.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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