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Cricket Star Damien Martyn Fights for Life
1 Jan
Summary
- Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is hospitalized in an induced coma.
- He is battling the life-threatening disease meningitis since December 26.
- Martyn was a key player in Australia's 1999 and 2003 World Cup wins.

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is in an induced coma at a Brisbane hospital, where he is fighting a serious case of meningitis. The 54-year-old was admitted in critical condition on December 26 after falling ill.
Meningitis, an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, poses a significant threat. Close friend and former teammate Adam Gilchrist confirmed Martyn is receiving excellent medical attention, with his family aware of the widespread support and prayers from the cricket community.
Martyn had a distinguished career, playing 67 Tests and 208 One Day Internationals. He was instrumental in Australia's World Cup victories in 1999 and 2003, notably scoring an unbeaten 88 in the 2003 final against India.



