Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 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 Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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