Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 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 after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
