Former Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Medically Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosed.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in 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 former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week.

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

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

Understanding the Illness

Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Cricket Career

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

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken 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 Responds

A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.

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

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