Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 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 after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …