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Former Test cricketer in induced coma with meningitis

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Former Australian batter Damien Martyn has been placed in an induced coma after contracting meningitis.
Martyn, 54, became unwell on Boxing Day and is currently receiving treatment in a Brisbane hospital.
Cricket Australia confirmed his illness, with chief executive Todd Greenberg extending best wishes from the wider cricket community.
Former teammates, including Adam Gilchrist, Brad Hardie, and Darren Lehmann, have publicly shared messages of support and concern for Martyn and his family.
Martyn, who played 67 Test matches and won two World Cups, had posted on X on Christmas Eve, looking forward to the Boxing Day Test.

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