Shreyas Iyer: Shreyas Iyer, who was injured while fielding in the third ODI against Australia, is now gradually in recovery mode. He himself has informed his fans about this. Here we will tell you when he can return to the field.
Shreyas Iyer Injury: Team India’s star batsman Shreyas Iyer is currently in Sydney. He got injured while fielding in the third ODI against Australia, after which he is undergoing treatment. While catching Alex Carey, his ribs were deeply injured and he was admitted to the ICU. However, now he has come out of ICU. On Thursday he also gave good news to his fans. While posting on Instagram, he has said about his speedy recovery. But, the question in the minds of the fans is when will he return to the field? Let us tell you about it.
How many weeks will Shreyas Iyer stay away from the field?
According to media reports, 30-year-old Shreyas Iyer suffered internal bleeding after suffering a deep injury to his ribs. Interventional trans-catheter embolization was performed to stop it. This is a process by which bleeding in any part of the body can be stopped. In such a situation, due to this internal injury, he may remain out of the field for about 8 weeks. According to media reports, it may take him this much time to recover. However, there has been no official update from BCCI or the medical team as to when he will return.
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India’s ODI series with South Africa next month
Shreyas Iyer is an important player of the Indian team. At number 4, he is considered the backbone of Team India’s batting. Apart from this, he also makes a big contribution in fielding. In such a situation, his being out of the team will be a big blow for India. Actually, India also has to play a home series with South Africa next month. A 3-match ODI series will be played from 30th November, in which there can be suspense if Iyer plays. However, the management will consider playing further with his health update.
When will Shreyas Iyer return to the field?
Right-handed batsman Shreyas Iyer can make a comeback for the Indian team next year. India will play a 3-match ODI series against New Zealand in January 2026. Iyer can join the team in this home series. There are still more than 2 months left for the series to start. In such a situation he can make recovery. BCCI will also have a big role in his playing against New Zealand. The board will consider his playing only after keeping an eye on his health. Apart from this, he will also have to practice to return, which may take at least 1 to 2 weeks.
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