Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 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.
Martin retired suddenly 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 “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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