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

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Condition Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“We hope he can pull through because it’s extremely grave,” Hardie said.

His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources.

About Meningitis

The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes 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 averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 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 first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

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

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

Further updates to follow …

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