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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.

Serious Condition Revealed

The 54-year-old “is facing the battle of his life”, according to former AFL player Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martyn’s health situation on Tuesday.

“We hope he can pull through 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, according to sources close to the family.

Understanding Meningitis

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

A Stellar Cricket Career

Widely regarded as one of Australia’s most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and scoring 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.

His 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 following difficulties in the first couple of Tests.

Sporting Community Responds

Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to “keep strong” online, as the sporting world started sending support.

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

More details soon …