Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious Health Battle Disclosed

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

“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.

Understanding Meningitis

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, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 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.

Cricket World Responds

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

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

More details soon …