Shreyas Iyer remains in the ICU of a Sydney hospital as he continues to recover from the severe fall he suffered during the third ODI against Australia. (Getty Images)
NEW DELHI: Team India vice-captain Shreyas Iyer remains in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a Sydney hospital as he continues to recover from the severe fall he suffered during the third ODI against Australia. Iyer, who took a stunning catch while running backward from point to dismiss Alex Carey, appeared to injure his left rib cage during the effort and was taken to the hospital shortly after returning to the dressing room on Saturday.
WHY WAS IYER RUSHED TO THE ICU?
It has been reliably learnt that Iyerâ€s body vitals dropped to dangerously low levels after the fall, prompting an emergency rush to the hospital in what was a life-threatening situation at that moment.The impact from the fall is believed to have split a body part just below the rib cage, resulting in severe internal bleeding. It is understood that Iyer was not in good condition inside the dressing room and was quickly rushed to the hospital after his blood pressure dropped alarmingly. Those aware of the developments said the situation “could have been touch and go,†but the BCCI medical team and support staff acted swiftly to ensure he received immediate medical care.Iyer is expected to remain in the ICU for at least two more days, though his stay could be extended if the bleeding doesnâ€t subside within the next 48 hours. Should there be no improvement, he is likely to remain under close observation for the coming week. As of now, it is considered certain that he will stay hospitalised for at least seven days.
WHAT IS IYERâ€S INJURY?
According to information accessed by TimesofIndia.com, Iyer may have suffered a splenic rupture, which led to internal bleeding.It is reliably learnt that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is speeding up the formalities to ensure someone from his family can be in Sydney at the earliest.It is not clear at this stage when that will happen.”Arrangements are being made by the BCCI. As of now, it is not clear whether both parents will go, but someone will be with him at the earliest in the hospital,” says a source tracking developments.”As of now, Iyer’s sister was supposed to travel to Australia, and even the paperwork has been initiated, but it could well be the case that one of the parents accompanies her,” adds the source.
WHAT HAS THE BCCI SAID?
In this delicate situation, the BCCI is keeping a close watch on the cricketerâ€s condition and keeping his family updated on every development.”Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on 25th October 2025. He was taken to the hospital for further evaluation,” the BCCI said in an official statement.”Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. The BCCI Medical Team, in consultation with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his injury status. The Indian Team Doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress.”WHAT IS SPLEEN LACERATION?A ruptured spleen is a serious medical emergency that can lead to dangerous internal bleeding. Because the spleen is highly vascular and fragile, itâ€s one of the most vulnerable organs in the abdomen and can be easily damaged.The spleen, a soft, fist-sized organ in the upper left abdomen, filters and stores about a quarter of the bodyâ€s red blood cells and platelets while producing white blood cells to fight infections. Its delicate structure and thin outer capsule make it highly prone to injury from blunt trauma. A rupture can cause severe internal bleeding and demands immediate medical attention, often requiring surgery.Most splenic ruptures result from traumatic injuries, with car accidents accounting for nearly 50% to 75% of cases. Contact sports such as football and hockey also pose significant risks. In some cases, violent impacts like punches, stabbings, or gunshot wounds can cause the rupture. The spleen may tear immediately upon impact or later due to internal swelling from the injury.
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