Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious Health Battle Revealed

The 54-year-old “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 recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.

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

About the Illness

Meningitis is 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 amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His 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 after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket 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 …