Ex- Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per 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
Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
