Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 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 – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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