đ Share this article Ex- Aussie Test Cricketer Damien Martyn Admitted to Hospital and in Induced Coma Following Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis. The ex-Aussie cricket star Damien Martyn is in hospital and put into a medically induced coma after being diagnosed with meningitis. Critical Condition Revealed The 54-year-old âis in for the fight of his lifeâ, as stated by ex-AFL star Brad Hardie, who disclosed Martynâs health situation on Tuesday. âWe hope he can recover because itâs extremely grave,â stated Hardie. Martyn remains in a serious condition after becoming unwell on Boxing Day and transported to a hospital in Queensland, according to family sources. About Meningitis The condition meningitis involves inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. A Stellar Cricket Career Widely regarded as one of Australiaâs most talented batters, featuring in 67 Tests and amassing 4,406 Test runs averaging 46.37 between 1992 and 2006. The right-hand batterâs unbeaten 88 in the 2003 World Cup final â with a broken 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. Cricket World Reacts A former teammate Darren Lehmann encouraged Martyn to âkeep strongâ via social media, as the cricket world started sending well wishes. âLots of love and prayers sending your way . Keep strong and fighting legend . Love to the family.â More details soon âŠ