🔗 Share this article Retired Aussie Cricket Star Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma After Meningitis Diagnosis. 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 Martyn, aged 54, “is facing the battle of his life”, as stated by former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation this week. “We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” stated Hardie. His condition remains serious after falling ill on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family. About Meningitis The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. A Stellar Playing Career Martyn is considered one of Australia’s most talented batters, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006. The right-hand batter’s not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India. Martin retired suddenly during the 2005-06 Ashes series in England following difficulties in the opening two Tests. Cricket World Reacts Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending well wishes. “Thoughts and prayers sending his way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.” More details soon …