Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial 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 Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation 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 being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious 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.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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