Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“Let’s 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 family sources.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround 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 not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two 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 . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
