Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight 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,” stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 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.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Reacts
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 . Sending love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …