Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing 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 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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