Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as 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 unbeaten 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
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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