Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win 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 Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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