🔗 Share this article Indian Cricket Player Shreyas Iyer Recovering in Hospital Following Torn Spleen Injury Indian cricket star Shreyas Iyer suffered a lacerated spleen and entered a Sydney hospital after an unfortunate tumble while taking a catch during the final ODI match against Australia, according to team officials. Match Incident The 30-year-old sustained the injury on Saturday while catching to dismiss Alex Carey, with Iyer holding his abdomen and grimacing in pain after falling onto the Sydney Cricket Ground field. Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under medical care, in stable condition, and recovering well. Treatment Process After receiving on-field treatment, the batter was unable to continue in the match, which India ultimately won by a significant margin. Australia had already won the series with wins in the first two matches played in Western and South Australian cities. The situation was reportedly "life threatening at that moment," according to media reports. Spleen injury: Resulted from direct blow to the left lower rib cage Medical assessment: Conducted at Sydney facility Ongoing care: Medical staff remaining in Sydney to evaluate recovery Healing Timeline The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his daily improvement and guarantee proper recovery from the serious medical condition. India's next fixture include a multiple-game Twenty20 series versus Australia, beginning in Canberra on Wednesday. Iyer is not included in the short-format team due to his current condition.