Retired Australian Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Condition Revealed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight 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 extremely grave,” stated Hardie.

His condition remains serious after becoming unwell 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.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

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.

The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

He announced a shock retirement during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

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

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

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