Cricketer Suffers Life-Threatening Internal Bleeding During Third ODI Against Australia
Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer has been discharged from a Sydney hospital following treatment for a serious spleen laceration sustained during the third One Day International (ODI) against Australia last week, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed on Saturday.
The 30-year-old right-handed batsman suffered a blunt abdominal injury while attempting to take a diving catch to dismiss Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey. Moments after the fall, Iyer was seen clutching his left side in visible pain as medical staff rushed onto the field. He was immediately taken to the hospital for evaluation.
According to the BCCI, medical scans revealed a laceration of the spleen accompanied by internal bleeding, a condition that Indian media described as potentially life-threatening if not treated promptly. “The injury was promptly identified, and the bleeding was immediately arrested following a minor procedure. He has undergone appropriate medical management,” the cricket board said in an official statement.
Iyer Recovering Well; To Remain in Sydney for Observation
The BCCI added that both Australian and Indian medical specialists closely monitored Iyer’s treatment and recovery. “The medical teams in Sydney and India are pleased with his progress, and he has been discharged from the hospital today,” the statement read.
Although his condition has stabilized, Iyer will remain in Sydney for follow-up consultations before being cleared to fly home. The timeline for his return to competitive cricket remains uncertain, pending further medical assessment.
India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav also provided an update on Iyer’s health while speaking to reporters ahead of the ongoing five-match T20I series against Australia. “We spoke to him and he’s looking good now. He’s in touch and replying to messages, which is a very positive sign,” Suryakumar said.
The incident has once again highlighted the physical risks faced by fielders in modern cricket, particularly during high-intensity matches.
