🔗 Share this article Indian Cricket Player Shreyas Iyer Recovering in Medical Facility Following Lacerated Spleen Incident National team batter Shreyas Iyer experienced a spleen laceration and entered a medical center in Sydney following 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 fielding to dismiss Alex Carey, with Iyer holding his abdomen and grimacing in pain after tumbling onto the Sydney Cricket Ground field. Medical examinations showed a tearing wound to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. Treatment Process After receiving on-field treatment, the batter was unable to continue in the game, which India ultimately won by a significant margin. Australia had already won the tournament with wins in the initial games played in Western and South Australian cities. The situation was reportedly "life threatening at that moment," according to media reports. Abdominal trauma: Caused by impact injury to the upper abdominal area Hospital evaluation: Performed in Sydney facility Ongoing care: Medical staff staying at Sydney to monitor progress Recovery Process The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress and ensure proper healing from the significant injury. India's upcoming matches include a multiple-game Twenty20 series against Australia, beginning in Canberra on midweek. Iyer won't participate in the short-format team due to his current condition.