Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About the Illness
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 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.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
