Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed 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 becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered 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.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
