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The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn has been admitted to hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.

Critical Condition Disclosed

Martyn, aged 54, “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s condition this week.

“Let’s hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie.

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

About Meningitis

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

A Stellar Cricket Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – with a broken finger – was instrumental in Australia's win over India.

Martin retired suddenly in the middle of the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests.

Cricket World Reacts

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” online, as the sporting world began to react support.

“Lots of love and prayers sending your way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.”

More details soon …