In what has sent shockwaves through Indian cricket circles, Shreyas Iyer remains under intensive medical care in a Sydney hospital following a freak on-field accident during India’s third ODI against Australia on October 25, 2025 . What initially appeared to be a minor fielding mishap has escalated into a grave medical emergency involving internal bleeding and a spleen laceration , forcing doctors to keep the 30-year-old in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for close monitoring.

The incident occurred late in Australia’s innings at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) . Diving full-stretch to complete a spectacular catch to dismiss wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey , Iyer landed awkwardly on his left side , directly impacting his lower rib-cage area on the hard turf. Although he grimaced i

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