Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

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”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.

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

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

Understanding Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Playing Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His not out 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 after struggling in the first couple of Tests.

Cricket World Reacts

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

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

Further updates to follow 


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