🔗 Share this article

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

Serious Health Battle Revealed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s condition on Tuesday.

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

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

Understanding the Illness

Meningitis is 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 scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

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

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

Cricket World Reacts

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

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

More details soon …