Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Serious 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 condition this week.

“Let’s hope he can pull through 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, according to sources close to the family.

Understanding the Illness

The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that cover the brain and spinal cord.

A Stellar Playing Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

The right-hand batter’s unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

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

Sporting Community Reacts

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the sporting world began to react support.

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

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Former Australian Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis.

Serious Condition Disclosed

Understanding the Illness

A Stellar Playing Career

Sporting Community Reacts

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