Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
