Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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