Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Serious Health Battle Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“We hope he can recover because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.

Martyn remains in a serious condition after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.

Meningitis is 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 averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s not out 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 after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

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

“Thoughts and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Sending love to the family.”

Further updates to follow …