Australian cricketer Damien Martyn. (Image: Instagram)
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Damien Martyn Recovers: Former Australian Cricketer Progressing Well After Meningitis

  • Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is recovering well after being diagnosed with meningitis and hospitalised.
  • The 54-year-old was reportedly in an induced coma but is now on the path of recovery, as confirmed by his family.
  • Martyn's family expressed "deepest appreciation" to staff at Gold Coast University Hospital for his care.
  • The right-handed batter played 67 Tests and 208 ODIs, scoring 13 Test tons and an unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final.
  • He was a key member of Australia's 1999 and 2003 World Cup-winning squads and the 2006 Champions Trophy team.

Why It Matters: Damien Martyn, hospitalised with meningitis, is now progressing well towards recovery.

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