Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosis.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

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

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 swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Playing Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the cricket world started sending support.

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

Further updates to follow …