Former Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

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

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight 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,” Hardie said.

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

About Meningitis

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

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.

Cricket World Responds

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.

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

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