Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma Following Meningitis Diagnosed.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Serious Condition Disclosed

The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

“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 being taken 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 amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 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 following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.

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

Further updates to follow …

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