Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We 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 sources close to the family.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround 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 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
