“I am saddened to hear about Damien’s illness. The best wishes from everyone at Cricket Australia and in the wider cricket community are with him at this time,” CEO Todd Greenberg said this in his official statement.
Damien Martyn’s treatment update: Doctors treat infections that affect the brain and spinal cord
Meningitis is an infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. According to those familiar with the situation, Martyn was admitted after his condition rapidly deteriorated, leading medical staff to place him in an induced coma to stabilize his body and aid recovery.
While no detailed medical timeline has been shared publicly, Cricket Australia stressed Martyn is in expert hands and the family has asked for privacy as treatment continues.
Ravichandran Ashwin and Darren Lehmann lead messages of support
Non-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was one of the first high-profile figures to post a message of recovery for Damien Martyn. “The thoughts are there
@damienmartyn. Prayers to see him bounce back,’ he wrote on X.
Thoughts are with you @damienmartyn
Prayers to see him bounce back 🙏
— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) December 31, 2025
Former Australian teammate Darren Lehmann also shared an emotional note, writing: “Lots of love and prayers sent Martyn’s way. Stay strong and fight the legend. Love to the family.” The message echoed the sentiments of many from Australia’s famous early 2000s locker room.
Much love and prayers sent @damienmartyn way . Stay strong and fight the legend. Love to the family xxx 🙏 ❤️
— Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) December 30, 2025
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“Sending strength and prayers to my dear friend @damienmartyn
and his family. I wish him a full and speedy recovery. The entire cricket world supports you Matto in this difficult time,” former India international VVS Laxman captioned his post.
Sending strength and prayers to my dear friend @damienmartyn and his family. I wish him a full and speedy recovery. The entire cricket world supports you Matto in these tough times🤗🤗
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 31, 2025
“All our thoughts are with you @damienmartyn,” tweeted cricketer and commentator Michael Vaughan.
All our thoughts are with you @damienmartyn X
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 31, 2025
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