Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 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 – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during 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 “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting 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 …
