Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

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

Critical Condition Disclosed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.

“We 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, as per family sources.

About Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting 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 …