Ex- Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial 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.
Serious Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” 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 the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 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.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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