Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.

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 Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.

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

Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.

About the Illness

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 finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His 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 following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Cricket World Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.

“Lots of love and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”

More details soon …