India ODI Vice-Captain Shreyas Iyer Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Injury in Sydney

Shreyas Iyer, India's ODI vice-captain, sustained a serious injury to his left lower rib cage while taking a spectacular catch during the third ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The injury resulted in a lacerated spleen and internal bleeding, leading to his admission to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in Sydney for close monitoring and treatment. Despite initially continuing on the field, Iyer's condition worsened, showing dangerously low vital signs, prompting immediate medical intervention and hospital transfer. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed that he is medically stable and recovering, with specialists in Sydney and India closely monitoring his progress. This incident overshadowed India's series victory, where notable performances by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli marked a strong finish. The Indian team doctor is staying with Iyer in Sydney to oversee his day-to-day recovery as the team prepares for the upcoming T20 series against Australia.