🔗 Share this article India's Batter Shreyas Iyer Recovering in Medical Facility After Lacerated Spleen Incident Indian cricket star Shreyas Iyer suffered a spleen laceration and was admitted to a Sydney hospital after an unfortunate tumble while taking a catch during the third one-day international versus Australia, according to team officials. Match Incident The 30-year-old sustained the injury on match day while fielding to remove Alex Carey, with Iyer clutching his side and showing discomfort after tumbling onto the SCG turf. Medical examinations showed a tearing wound to the spleen. He is under medical care, medically stable, and showing improvement. Medical Response Following on-field treatment, the player was unable to continue in the game, which India secured victory by a significant margin. Australia had already won the tournament with wins in the first two matches played in Western and South Australian cities. The situation was reportedly "critical at that moment," according to news sources. Abdominal trauma: Caused by direct blow to the left lower rib cage Medical assessment: Conducted at Australian hospital Ongoing care: Team doctor staying at Sydney to evaluate recovery Recovery Process The medical representative will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his daily improvement and ensure proper healing from the significant injury. India's upcoming matches include a five-match Twenty20 series versus Australia, starting in the capital city on midweek. Iyer won't participate in the short-format team due to his ongoing recovery.