Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …