Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.
Understanding Meningitis
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 most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 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 – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …
