India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been admitted to a Sydney hospital’s Intensive Care Unit after sustaining internal bleeding from a rib cage injury during the third match against Australia. The 31-year-old suffered the injury while taking a spectacular catch running backwards from backward point to dismiss Alex Carey.
Shreyas Iyer appeared to have injured his left rib cage during the fielding effort and was immediately transported to the hospital after returning to the dressing room on Saturday. Medical reports subsequently revealed internal bleeding, necessitating ICU admission.
Shreyas Iyer Medical Assessment and Treatment
“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,” a source with knowledge of the situation told PTI on condition of anonymity.
“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,” the source added.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) medical team responded promptly when Iyer’s vital parameters fluctuated upon his return to the dressing room following the incident.
“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 explained.
Extended Recovery Timeline
Initial assessments suggested Iyer would be sidelined for approximately three weeks, but the internal bleeding complication may significantly extend his recovery period.
“Since there has been internal bleeding, Shreyas Iyer 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 stated.
Medical professionals expect Iyer to remain hospitalized in Sydney for at least one week before being cleared for travel back to India. The middle-order batsman is not included in India’s T20 squad, which may provide additional recovery time without immediate selection pressure.
The incident highlights the physical risks cricketers face during intense fielding efforts, even when executing routine catches. Iyer’s condition remains under close medical supervision as doctors monitor his recovery progress and manage infection risk associated with the internal bleeding.
