Ex- Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Hospitalized 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.

Critical Health Battle 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 this week.

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

Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, as per family sources.

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

Widely regarded as 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 – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England after struggling in the opening two Tests.

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

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

Further updates to follow …