Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
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