Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious Condition Revealed

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

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

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

About the Illness

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

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 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 – helped Australia secure victory over India.

He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the cricket world started sending well wishes.

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

More details soon …