Former Australian 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.

Serious Condition Disclosed

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

“We hope he can pull through because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

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

Understanding the Illness

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

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.

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

Further updates to follow …