Damien Martyn Shows "Positive Signs" After Meningitis Hospitalisation

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News18•02-01-2026, 07:36
Damien Martyn Shows "Positive Signs" After Meningitis Hospitalisation
- •Former Australian Test batsman Damien Martyn is showing "positive signs" after being hospitalised in an induced coma due to meningitis.
- •Ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist confirmed the improvement, stating more details would follow as they come to hand.
- •Martyn, 54, fell ill last week and was diagnosed with meningitis, an inflammation of brain and spinal cord membranes.
- •Cricket legends like Michael Vaughan, Ravichandran Ashwin, and VVS Laxman have sent messages of support.
- •Martyn played 67 Tests, 208 ODIs, and was a key player in Australia's 2003 ODI World Cup win.
Why It Matters: Damien Martyn is showing positive signs in hospital after being in an induced coma for meningitis.
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