Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 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 opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
