Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Condition Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“Let’s hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” stated Hardie.

His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.

Understanding the Illness

Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world began to react support.

“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”

More details soon …