Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover 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, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 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 following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
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