Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover 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 for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …