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Australia’s cricket community is rallying around Damien Martyn after the Test great was hospitalised suddenly in Brisbane.
The 54-year-old former right-hand batter has fallen ill in recent days, reportedly being placed in an induced coma amid a battle with meningitis — an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord that can be fatal.
Adam Gilchrist confirmed his former Test and Western Australia teammate’s hospitalisation in a statement on behalf of the Martyn family.
“He is getting the best of treatment and (Martyn’s partner) Amanda and his family know that a lot of people are sending their prayers and best wishes,” Gilchrist said.

Just days before Christmas, Martyn shared his eagerness for the upcoming fourth Test of the Ashes series on social media, actively engaging with fans and followers.

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Damien Martyn, a member of Australia’s victorious 2003 World Cup cricket team, has been a prominent figure in the sport. His contributions have been widely recognized and celebrated.

Todd Greenberg, the chief executive of Cricket Australia, extended heartfelt wishes for Martyn’s swift recovery on behalf of the entire organization, emphasizing the community’s support.

“Sending positive thoughts @damienmartyn and loved ones, get well Marto,” Wilson wrote on the same platform.
English cricket great Michael Vaughan also expressed his support, saying: “All our thoughts are with you @damienmartyn.”
Speaking on 6PR radio, former Test bowler Rodney Hogg called Martyn’s hospitalisation “shocking news”.

Former cricketer Darren Lehmann took to X, expressing his support with a message, “Sending lots of love and prayers to @damienmartyn. Stay strong and keep fighting, legend. Love to the family.”

Martyn’s seemingly effortless stroke play was his calling card as a player, averaging 46.37 with the bat across 67 Tests for Australia.
Born in Darwin, Martyn earned a Test debut at 21, replacing the late Dean Jones in the 1992-93 home series against West Indies and was Western Australia’s captain at 23.
He was player of the series the last time Australia won an away series in India, top scoring in four of Australia’s eight innings at the crease in the 2004 Border-Gavaskar Trophy battle.

Brad Hogg also conveyed his well-wishes, stating, “We wish him all the best,” underscoring the solidarity and camaraderie within the cricketing community.

Martyn retired from Test cricket midway through the 2006-07 Ashes series, playing his final match at the Adelaide Oval that summer.
Martyn also played 208 ODIs, averaging 40.8 and scoring an unbeaten 88 runs as Australia defeated India in the final of the 2003 World Cup.
He dabbled in commentary in retirement but has mostly kept out of the limelight in recent years.
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