Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After 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 Disclosed
Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.
“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
About Meningitis
Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.
A Stellar Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.
He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.
Sporting Community Responds
A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.
“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”
More details soon …
