Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious 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 health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
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