Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

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

Serious Condition Revealed

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

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

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

Understanding the Illness

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Playing Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 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 – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.

“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”

More details soon …