India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has provided a reassuring update on Shreyas Iyer’s health, confirming that the middle-order batter – who suffered a laceration of the spleen during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney – is now stable and communicating with his teammates over the phone.
Shreyas Iyer recovering well after intensive care stay at Sydney hospital
Iyer was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a Sydney hospital following a serious on-field injury sustained while catching Alex Carey at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Initially suspected to be a rib cage injury, medical examinations later confirmed a laceration to the spleen, leading to his immediate hospitalization for intensive care and monitoring.
According to reports, Iyer has now been removed from the intensive care unit, with doctors confirming that his recovery is progressing well.
“He responds to messages, so that’s a good sign” Suryakumar told reporters.
Ahead of India’s first T20I against Australia, Suryakumar spoke to the media about Iyer’s condition. He expressed relief, noting that the injured batter had started responding to phone messages, a sign of improving stability.
“We spoke to him. At least the first day, when we found out he had an injury, I called him first. Then I found out he didn’t have a phone. I called our physio, Kamlesh, and he told me he was stable. We’ve been talking to him for two days now and he’s been responding to us,” » said Suryakumar.
He added: “If he answers the phone, that means he’s stable. The doctor is also there with him and he will be monitored for the next few days. So it’s looking good.”
Iyer injury: from rib problem to spleen laceration
The incident occurred during Australia’s 34th innings when Iyer produced a sensational run to dismiss Carey but landed awkwardly on his left side. Initially treated for a suspected rib contusion, Iyer was later diagnosed with a laceration of the spleen, a condition that required immediate hospitalization and careful observation.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) later confirmed the diagnosis, stating that the injury was “more serious than initially thought” and guaranteed monitoring at intensive care level.
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According to Cricbuzz, Iyer’s condition has now improved and he has been removed from intensive care, although he remains under medical supervision. The 30-year-old slugger will continue to remain in Sydney for a few more days before further assessments are made.
Iyer’s recovery timetable will be crucial for India’s future three-match ODI series against South Africascheduled for November 30, December 3 and December 6. The team management and selectors are closely monitoring his progress as Iyer remains a key figure in India’s ODI set-up and currently holds the position of vice-captain in the format.
As India prepare for the T20I leg of the Australia tour, the dressing room continues to rally behind Iyer – hoping for the return of one of their most reliable and dynamic hitters before the end of the year.
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