Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.
“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves 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 between 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory 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.
Sporting Community Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”
More details soon …
