Former Australia batter Damien Martyn has been placed into an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis. The 54-year-old, who played 67 Test matches between 1992 and 2006, reportedly fell ill on 26 December and is in a hospital in Queensland.
Martyn played in four Ashes series—retiring with immediate effect before the third Test of the 2006-07 series—and won two World Cups with Australia. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg wished Martyn a quick recovery, stating that he was saddened to hear of Damien's illness. He extended best wishes from Cricket Australia and the wider cricket community to Martyn and his loved ones.
Close friend and ex-Australia team-mate Adam Gilchrist confirmed that Martyn is receiving treatment in hospital, assuring that he is in good hands and that his family is aware of the prayers being sent for his recovery. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that there are hopes for Martyn to be brought out of his coma in the coming days.
Meningitis is a serious infection affecting the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Former Australian Rules football star Brad Hardie shared Martyn's situation on a radio station, urging everyone to send positive thoughts for his recovery. Northants head coach Darren Lehmann, a former teammate, conveyed his love and prayers for Martyn's strength. During his illustrious cricket career, Martyn amassed 4,406 Test runs and was known for his remarkable innings in the 2003 World Cup final against India.
Martyn played in four Ashes series—retiring with immediate effect before the third Test of the 2006-07 series—and won two World Cups with Australia. Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg wished Martyn a quick recovery, stating that he was saddened to hear of Damien's illness. He extended best wishes from Cricket Australia and the wider cricket community to Martyn and his loved ones.
Close friend and ex-Australia team-mate Adam Gilchrist confirmed that Martyn is receiving treatment in hospital, assuring that he is in good hands and that his family is aware of the prayers being sent for his recovery. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that there are hopes for Martyn to be brought out of his coma in the coming days.
Meningitis is a serious infection affecting the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. Former Australian Rules football star Brad Hardie shared Martyn's situation on a radio station, urging everyone to send positive thoughts for his recovery. Northants head coach Darren Lehmann, a former teammate, conveyed his love and prayers for Martyn's strength. During his illustrious cricket career, Martyn amassed 4,406 Test runs and was known for his remarkable innings in the 2003 World Cup final against India.
