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

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Condition Disclosed

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

“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 being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.

About the Illness

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

A Stellar Playing Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His 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.

Sporting Community Responds

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

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

More details soon …