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

The former Australian Test cricketer Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Serious Health Battle Disclosed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.

“We hope he can recover 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, as per family sources.

Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.

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

His 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 in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world started sending support.

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

Further updates to follow …