Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial 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 Revealed

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 recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

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

About the Illness

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

An Illustrious Playing Career

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

His not out 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 first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

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

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

More details soon …