India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to hospital in Sydney during the third and final ODI of the series against Australia. Iyer sustained a rib cage injury while fielding which led internal bleeding. He is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
"Shreyas has been in ICU for the past couple of days. After the reports came in, internal bleeding was detected, and he had to be admitted immediately.
"He will remain under observation for anywhere between two to seven days depending on recovery, as one needed to stop spreading of infection due to bleeding," a source privy to the development told PTI on condition of anonymity.
BCCI medical team takes swift action
After Iyer got injured while taking an excellent catch to dismiss Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey, BCCI medical team did not take any chances and rushed him to the hospital upon initial examination in the dressing room.
"The team doctor and physio didn't take any chances and took him to the hospital immediately. Things are stable now, but it could have been fatal. He’s a tough lad and should be fine soon," the source added.
Iyer out of danger, recovery will take longer
Now, the India middle-order batter is out of danger. His recovery will take longer, making his presence uncertain for the ODI series at home against South Africa starting November 30.
"Since there has been internal bleeding, he will certainly need more time to recover, and at this point, it’s difficult to put a definite timeline on his return to competitive cricket," the source said.
Iyer will be in Sydney hospital for at least a week before getting discharged. He will fly back to India only after he is declared fit to travel.
Earlier, it was reported that Iyer will be out of action for three weeks but it may take longer. If he misses the series against South Africa, he may target making a comeback in the ODI series against New Zealand at home, starting on January 11, 2026.