Former 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.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround 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 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
