Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.

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

Serious Condition Revealed

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

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

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

Understanding the Illness

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

A Stellar Playing Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Sending love to the family.”

More details soon …