Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

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

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

About Meningitis

Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Playing Career

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

The right-hand batter’s not out 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.

Sporting Community Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

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

More details soon …