Former Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosed.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Revealed

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

“We hope he can pull through 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, according to family sources.

Understanding Meningitis

Meningitis is 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 scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s 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 following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending well wishes.

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

Further updates to follow …

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