Ex- Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers 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 scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
