Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We 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 being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
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