Retired Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 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.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of 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 “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …