Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His not out 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 encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
