Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital 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 Condition Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

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

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

About the Illness

Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Cricket World Reacts

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

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

Further updates to follow …