Retired Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.
The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Serious Condition Disclosed
The 54-year-old âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs health situation this week.
âWe hope he can recover because itâs extremely grave,â stated Hardie.
Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.
Understanding Meningitis
The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes 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 for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batterâs not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â with a broken 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
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to âstay strongâ online, as the sporting world began to react support.
âLots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.â
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