Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle 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,” 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 cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar 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 – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
