Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical 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 this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition 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.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, 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 – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
