Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …
