Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an 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 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 family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 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.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
