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

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

Critical Condition Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.

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

About Meningitis

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

A Stellar Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 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.

He announced a shock retirement in the middle of 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.

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

More details soon …