Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After 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 Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight 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 extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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