Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial 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 Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, 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 – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
A former teammate 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 . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
