Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.
The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
Critical Condition Revealed
The 54-year-old âis facing the battle of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs condition this week.
âWe hope he can pull through because itâs really serious,â stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per 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 Cricket Career
Widely regarded as one of Australiaâs most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â played with a fractured finger â helped Australia secure victory over India.
Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.
Cricket World Responds
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to âkeep strongâ online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.
âLots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.â
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