BCCI issue latest medical update on Shreyas Iyer: “He has been discharged from the hospital…”

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has released an official medical update on Indian batter Shreyas Iyer, confirming that he has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering well following a serious abdominal injury sustained during the third ODI against Australia on October 25, at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).

Shreyas Iyer suffered laceration of spleen during Sydney ODI

Iyer suffered a blunt-force impact to his abdomen while taking a catch to dismiss Alex Carey. The incident resulted in a laceration of his spleen, accompanied by internal bleeding, which required immediate medical attention.

Doctors at a Sydney hospital quickly identified the issue and performed a minor medical procedure to stop the internal bleeding. Iyer was subsequently moved to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for observation and close monitoring.

“Shreyas Iyer is now stable and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, along with specialists in Sydney and India, are pleased with his recovery, and he has been discharged from the hospital today,” the BCCI’s official press release stated.

The board also expressed gratitude to Dr. Kouroush Haghigi and his team in Sydney, as well as Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala in India, for their prompt and expert care in managing the cricketer’s injury.

Iyer to remain in Sydney for recovery 

While Iyer’s condition has significantly improved, the BCCI clarified that the 30-year-old batter has not yet been cleared for travel. He will remain in Sydney for follow-up consultations with medical experts until he is deemed fit to fly back to India.

“Shreyas will continue to stay in Sydney for follow-up consultations and will return to India once he is deemed fit to fly,” the statement added.

The medical team will continue to monitor Iyer’s condition closely to ensure that his recovery remains steady. The decision to keep him in Australia has been made to minimize health risks during air travel and allow uninterrupted medical supervision.

The immediate medical intervention played a crucial role in stabilizing Iyer’s condition. He responded well to treatment and has been walking and communicating normally since his discharge. The BCCI emphasized that while the situation was serious, the recovery progress has been encouraging, and no further surgical procedures are expected at this stage.

The BCCI’s medical staff has been in constant coordination with the doctors in Sydney to ensure that Iyer’s recovery plan aligns with his long-term health and cricketing commitments.

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Iyer’s injury a blow ahead of South Africa ODIs

Iyer’s injury comes as a major setback for India ahead of their upcoming home season, with key  series against South Africa lined up in November-December. The middle-order batter has been a vital part of India’s ODI setup, known for his consistency and ability to anchor innings under pressure.

While there is no official timeline for his return to cricket, the BCCI’s cautious approach indicates that Iyer will only resume playing once fully fit, ensuring a complete recovery before reintegration into competitive cricket.

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