Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious 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 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 urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
