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

Critical Health Battle Revealed

Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

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

About Meningitis

Meningitis is swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

An Illustrious Cricket Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 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 – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

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

Cricket World Reacts

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

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

More details soon …