Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.

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

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

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

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

His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per sources close to the family.

Understanding Meningitis

Meningitis is 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 for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

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

Cricket World Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react support.

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

Further updates to follow …