Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Health Battle Disclosed
The 54-year-old âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs condition on Tuesday.
âWe hope he can pull through because itâs really serious,â Hardie said.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
Understanding the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australiaâs finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â played with a fractured finger â 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 Reacts
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âstay strongâ online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
âThoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.â
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