Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …