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former australian batsman Damian Martin He was battling meningitis after being taken to Brisbane Hospital and was placed in an induced coma as doctors continued to treat him. The 54-year-old fell seriously ill around Boxing Day, sparking an outpouring of support from the global cricket community.
“I was saddened to hear about Damian’s illness. Everyone at Cricket Australia and the wider cricket community sends their best wishes to him at this time.” Todd Greenberg, CEO of the governing body, said in its official statement.
Damien Martyn’s treatment update: Doctors treat infection affecting brain and spinal cord
Meningitis is an infection that causes inflammation of the protective membrane surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Martin was hospitalized after his condition rapidly deteriorated, leading medical staff to place him in an induced coma to stabilize him and aid his recovery, according to people familiar with the matter.
While no detailed medical timeline has been shared publicly, Cricket Australia stressed that Martyn has been placed in the care of specialists and the family has requested confidentiality while treatment continues.
Ravichandran Ashwin and Darren Lehmann send messages of support
external rotator Ravichandran Ashwin was one of the first high-profile people to release information about Damien Martin’s recovery. “Thoughts and
@damianmartin. Pray for his recovery.” he wrote on X.
thoughts and @damianmartin
Praying to see him recover 🙏
— Ashwin🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) December 31, 2025
Former Australia teammate Darren Lehmann also shared a touching message, writing: “Lots of love and prayers going out to Martin. Stay strong and fight the legend. Much love to the family.” The message echoed the sentiments of many in Australia’s famous dressing room of the early 2000s.
Sending lots of love and prayers @damianmartin Way. Stay strong and fight legends. Love for family xxx🙏❤️
— Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) December 30, 2025
“Sending strength and prayers to my dear friend @damienmartyn
and his family. I wish him a speedy and complete recovery. The entire cricketing fraternity stands with Mato at this difficult time. “ Former India international VVS Laxman captioned his post.
Sending strength and prayers to my dear friend @damianmartin and his family. I wish him a speedy and complete recovery. The entire cricketing world stands with you in this difficult time, Mato 🤗🤗
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 31, 2025
“All our thoughts are with you @damienmartyn,” cricketer-turned-commentator Michael Vaughan wrote on Twitter.
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