Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“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.
Understanding Meningitis
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, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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