Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious Condition Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.

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

About Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

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

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

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

Cricket World Responds

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.

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

More details soon …