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Damien Martyn "Progressing Well" in Meningitis Battle, Partner Shares Update

Damien Martyn's partner, Amanda, has shared a positive health update, stating the former Australian cricketer is "progressing well" in his treatment for meningitis. Martyn was hospitalized on December 31 and placed in an induced coma following the diagnosis. His family has expressed deep gratitude to the medical team while requesting privacy during this challenging time. Former teammates like Adam Gilchrist and Darren Lehmann have publicly sent their prayers and well-wishes for the recovery of the 2003 World Cup winner.

Key Points: Damien Martyn Health Update: Progressing Well in Hospital

  • Admitted Dec. 31 & induced coma
  • Partner thanks medical team
  • Teammates send prayers
  • Legendary ODI finisher's career stats
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"He is progressing well:" Damien Martyn's partner shares health update of former Australian player

Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is "progressing well" in his treatment for meningitis, his partner Amanda confirms. Get the latest health update.

"Damien is progressing well with his medical treatment. - Amanda, Martyn's partner"

Brisbane, January 4

Former cricketer Damien Martyn's partner, Amanda, provided a health update, saying that the Australian legend is progressing well amid an ongoing battle with meningitis.

Martyn was admitted to the hospital on December 31 and was put into an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis. The 54-year-old played 67 Tests and 208 ODIs and four T20Is for Australia between 1992 and 2006. To this day, he is widely regarded as one of the best ODI finishers in cricket history.

Recently, Martyn's partner, Amanda, issued a statement where she and his family expressed their thanks for the support. Amanda also added about respecting their privacy during a tough time.

"Damien is progressing well with his medical treatment. 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,'' "said Martyn's partner, Amanda, to News Corp as quoted by The West Australian.

Adam Gilchrist, a close friend and former teammate of Martyn with Australia and Western Australia, confirmed on behalf of Martyn's family that the 2003 World Cup winner is undergoing treatment in hospital.

"He is getting the best of treatment and (Martyn's partner) Amanda and his family know that a lot of people are sending their prayers and best wishes," Gilchrist said as quoted by cricket.com.au.

Martyn's former Australian teammate and the former Australia coach Darren Lehmann sent well wishes for Martyn on social media after news broke of his illness."Lots of love and prayers sending Damien Martyn's way. Keep strong and fighting legend," Lehmann wrote on X.

Martyn, known as one of the game's great stroke-makers, finished his Test career with 4406 runs in 67 matches at an average of 46.37, including 13 centuries. In the ODIs, he scored 5346 runs in 208 games at an average of 40.80, with five centuries and 37 half-centuries.

Notably, he was named Player of the Series when Australia last won an away series in India, finishing as the top scorer in four of Australia's eight innings during the 2004 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

- ANI

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Priya S
Meningitis is no joke. It's good to hear he's progressing. The medical teams are real heroes. Hope the media respects the family's request for privacy during this difficult time.
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Arjun K
A legend of the game. His innings in that 2004 India series still give me nightmares as an Indian fan! But cricket is above all. Get well soon, Marto! The entire cricketing world is with you.
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Sarah B
While I'm glad for the update, I wish the article focused a bit more on meningitis awareness. It's a serious illness that can affect anyone. Wishing Damien strength.
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Vikram M
One of the most elegant players to watch. His cover drive was pure poetry. Health comes first. Hope he recovers fully and can enjoy a peaceful life post-cricket. Best wishes from India.
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Karthik V
Seeing legends like Gilchrist and Lehmann rally around him shows the bond in that great Australian team. Fight on, Damien! You've faced tougher bowlers than this. 💪

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