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

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Condition Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” 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 Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken 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.

Sporting Community Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

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

Further updates to follow …