Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in 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 Revealed
The 54-year-old 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 pull through because itâs really serious,â stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
About Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Martyn is considered one of Australiaâs finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batterâs unbeaten 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 during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âstay strongâ online, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.
âLots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.â
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