Retired Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Hospitalized and in Medically Induced Coma After Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma following a diagnosis of meningitis.

Critical Health Battle Disclosed

The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.

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

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

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 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.

He announced a shock retirement in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.

A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react well wishes.

“Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.”

More details soon …