Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following 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 Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.
“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About the Illness
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Widely regarded as 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 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 opening two Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
Further updates to follow …