Retired Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
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