Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight 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 extremely grave,” Hardie said.

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

About Meningitis

Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious 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 between 1992 and 2006.

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

He announced a shock retirement during 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” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

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

Further updates to follow …