Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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