Ex- Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star 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.

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

Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.

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

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

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

A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.

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

Further updates to follow …