Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with 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 revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.

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

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

About Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Cricket World Responds

A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”

Further updates to follow …