Indian cricket fans have been left deeply concerned as star middle order batsman Shreyas Iyer has been admitted to the ICU of a Sydney hospital following a serious health setback. During the ongoing ODI series against Australia, Iyer sustained a severe injury while fielding in the third match. Initially, the injury appeared minor, but later it was discovered that internal bleeding had started at the site of an old injury. Realizing the seriousness of the condition, the medical team immediately rushed him to the hospital, where he is currently under close medical supervision.
According to hospital sources, Iyer has suffered internal hemorrhaging, a condition that doctors describe as extremely concerning. He has been kept in the ICU for round-the-clock monitoring. Though his condition is now stable, doctors have clarified that he is not yet out of danger. Intensive treatment has already begun to control the bleeding, and his recovery progress is being closely observed by a team of specialists.
During fielding, Iyer fell awkwardly on his lower back—the same area where he had sustained an injury earlier in his career. That old back problem had already caused him several absences in 2023, including during the IPL and subsequent international matches. After months of rehab, he had made a successful return to the field, but this new incident is seen as a major setback to his form and fitness.
Team medical staff confirmed that no risks were taken in his treatment. At first, they thought rest and medication would suffice, but once signs of internal bleeding appeared, they acted immediately. Experts explained that such internal bleeding can create pressure on vital organs and disrupt normal body functions, which makes the situation potentially life-threatening. For now, Iyer has been advised complete rest and will not return to cricket until full recovery.
Sources within the Indian camp said the entire team has been shaken by the news. Iyer is not only a dependable middle-order batsman but also a motivational figure in the dressing room. His absence could have both a tactical and psychological impact on the squad. The BCCI has assured that all necessary medical support is being provided and remains in constant contact with the hospital authorities.
Medical experts believe that full recovery from such an injury may take at least a month, depending on how the body responds to treatment. This means Iyer’s participation in the upcoming November–December series now looks doubtful.
Known for his resilience and fighting spirit, Shreyas Iyer has overcome serious injuries before. This time, his battle is different not against bowlers on the pitch, but against pain and time itself. The entire nation now waits and prays to see him don the blue jersey once again, stronger than ever.
