Damien Martyn in ‘fight of his life’ after meningitis diagnosis

Will Macpherson Wed, 31 December 2025 at 7:31 am UTC·3 min read Damien Martyn, one of Australia’s most gifted batsmen, is in “the fight of his life” having been placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis. Martyn, 54, was part of three Ashes-winning teams and was a key member of the great Australian side of the 2000s, averaging 46 and making 13 hundreds from 67 Tests. He did it all with style, and is known for a gorgeous back-foot drive.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Martyn was taken ill on Boxing...