The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and placed in an induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis.
The 54-year-old âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs condition this week.
âLetâs hope he can pull through because itâs really serious,â stated Hardie.
His condition remains serious after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and being taken to a hospital in Queensland, according to sources close to the family.
The condition meningitis involves swelling of the protective layers that surround the brain and spinal cord.
Martyn is considered one of Australiaâs finest batsmen, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs for an average of 46.37 from 1992 and 2006.
The right-hand batterâs not out 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â played with a fractured finger â 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.
Ex-colleague Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to âkeep strongâ via social media, as the cricket world started sending support.
âThoughts and prayers sending his way . Stay strong and fight legend . Love to the family.â
Further updates to follow âŠ
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