Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
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 facing the battle 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 really serious,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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