Retired Australian Cricket Star 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 after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious Condition Revealed

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

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

His condition remains serious after falling ill 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 between 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 after struggling in the opening two Tests.

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

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

More details soon …