Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically 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 Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing 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 – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
