Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.

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

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition this week.

“We 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 transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.

Understanding the Illness

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

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Widely regarded as 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 – 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 following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Cricket World Reacts

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

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

Further updates to follow …