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Damien Martyn’s partner has provided an update on his health. The Australian legend fell ill on Boxing Day and was diagnosed with meningitis, a serious inflammation of the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. He was placed in an induced coma.
“Damien is progressing well with his medical treatment,’’ said Martyn’s partner Amanda in a statement to News Corp.
“We also want to express our deepest appreciation to the medical team at Gold Coast University Hospital who have been nothing short of amazing throughout this challenging time.
“This has been a trying time and the family ask that you respect their privacy.’’
Damien Martyn update: Adam Gilchrist says positive signs in recovery
Earlier this week, friend and former teammate Adam Gilchrist provided an update on Martyn’s condition. He said there had been some “positive signs” in his recovery from the serious infection.
“He’s still in hospital. There’ll be more details coming out as they come to hand but certainly in the last 24 hours, some positive signs are the indications coming out of the various tests he’s having,” Gilchrist said on Fox Cricket’s commentary of the Big Bash League, as quoted by The Guardian.
“There’s been so much interest and love. A fine player, terrific fella. I just hope he can continue his recovery.”
The news had sent shockwaves in the cricket community, with many fans, pundits and players expressing their best wishes.
Martyn played 67 Tests, scoring 4,406 runs at an average of 46.37. He also scored 5,346 runs in 208 ODIs, with his 88 not out in the 2003 World Cup Final one of the highlights of a terrific career.
