Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …
