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

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

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

“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.

Understanding Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Playing Career

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

His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.

“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”

Further updates to follow …