Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Martyn is considered 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 not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured 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
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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