India’s Iyer Hospitalized with Serious Spleen Injury
India’s cricket player Shreyas Iyer is currently hospitalized due to a serious spleen injury. The injury occurred during the third One Day International (ODI) against Australia in Sydney. Iyer suffered a lacerated spleen while fielding when he attempted to catch a ball, landing awkwardly on his side.
Incident Details
The incident took place in the 34th over of the match. Iyer was running backwards to catch a ball aimed at Alex Carey. Following the catch, he immediately clutched his side and received initial medical attention on the field.
Medical Evaluation
- Iyer, aged 30, was promptly taken to a hospital for a thorough evaluation.
- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reported he sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage.
- Scans confirmed a laceration to the spleen.
- The BCCI stated that he is currently “medically stable” and recovering well.
The Indian team doctor is in Sydney to monitor Iyer’s condition closely. He will evaluate Iyer’s day-to-day recovery in consultation with specialists from both Sydney and India.
Match Outcome and Upcoming Series
Despite Iyer’s injury, India emerged victorious in the match, winning by nine wickets. However, they ultimately lost the three-match ODI series with a score of 2-1 in favor of Australia. A five-match T20 series between India and Australia is set to begin in Canberra on Wednesday.
