Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
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
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured 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 opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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