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

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

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

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

“We 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 sources close to the family.

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

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 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 – helped Australia secure victory over India.

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

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.

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

More details soon …