Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes 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 scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
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