Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
