Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Serious Condition Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martynâs health situation this week.
âWe hope he can recover because itâs extremely grave,â stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About the Illness
Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australiaâs finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batterâs not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â played with a fractured finger â helped Australia secure victory over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âkeep strongâ online, as the sporting world began to react support.
âThoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.â
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