Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can pull through 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, as per sources close to the family.
About the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 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 “keep strong” online, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
