Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.
“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
An Illustrious Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 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.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”
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