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

Critical Health Battle Revealed

The 54-year-old “is in for the fight of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who revealed Martyn’s health situation this week.

“We hope he can recover because it’s really serious,” Hardie said.

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

Understanding Meningitis

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

A Stellar Playing Career

Martyn is considered one of Australia’s finest batsmen, playing 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final – played with a fractured finger – helped Australia secure victory over India.

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

Sporting Community Responds

A former teammate Darren Lehmann urged Martyn to “stay strong” via social media, as the cricket world began to react well wishes.

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

More details soon …