Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn in induced coma (AFP Photo)
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Former Australian Cricketer Damien Martyn in Induced Coma Battling Meningitis

  • Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn, 54, is in an induced coma at a Gold Coast hospital.
  • He is reportedly battling meningitis, with his condition described as serious.
  • Fellow cricketers Darren Lehmann, Adam Gilchrist, and Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg sent well wishes.
  • Martyn played 67 Tests and 208 ODIs for Australia, winning two World Cups (1999, 2003) and the 2006 Champions Trophy.
  • Known for his effortless stroke play, he averaged 46.37 in Tests and scored 13 centuries.

Why It Matters: Australian cricket legend Damien Martyn is in a serious condition, battling meningitis in an induced coma.

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