Retired Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Health Battle Revealed
Martyn, aged 54, âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs condition on Tuesday.
âWe hope he can recover because itâs really serious,â stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Playing Career
Widely regarded as one of Australiaâs finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â with a broken finger â was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âkeep strongâ via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.
âLots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.â
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