Shreyas Iyer is recovering in a Sydney hospital after a serious injury during the third ODI against Australia. The Indian middle-order batter suffered a laceration to his spleen while attempting to catch a ball, leading to a life-threatening situation. Initially, Iyer appeared to be in severe pain and was taken off the field. His condition worsened in the dressing room, prompting immediate medical attention.

The BCCI confirmed that Iyer was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for close monitoring. Medical scans revealed internal bleeding due to the spleen injury. Fortunately, he has since been moved out of the ICU and is in stable condition. A BCCI source indicated that he may remain in the hospital for a few more days before being discharged.

Suryakumar Yadav, the T20I captain, provided updates on Iyer's health, stating that he has been responding to messages and is recovering well. "Doctors and physios said it was an unfortunate injury; this is quite rare. Shreyas is also a rare talent. Rare incidents happen with rare talent. But it’s fine, God has been with him and he’s recovering well," Suryakumar said.

The BCCI medical team, in consultation with specialists, is closely monitoring Iyer's recovery. They have expressed gratitude for the timely intervention that likely saved his life. Iyer's situation has drawn attention, highlighting the importance of quick medical response in sports injuries.

In addition to Iyer, Suryakumar also mentioned teammate Nitish Kumar Reddy, who is recovering from a quadriceps injury sustained earlier in the series. Reddy is reportedly doing well and has resumed some training activities. The Indian team continues to support both players as they recover from their injuries.