Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
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 Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
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 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.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …