Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His 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 during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
