The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that India’s ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has suffered a laceration injury to his spleen following a nasty fall during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney on October 25, 2025. The 31-year-old sustained the injury while fielding after taking a stunning catch to dismiss Alex Carey, landing heavily on his left lower rib cage. Soon after returning to the dressing room, Iyer complained of severe pain and was rushed to a Sydney hospital for detailed medical evaluation.

In an official medical update, the BCCI revealed that scans showed a spleen laceration, confirming that the injury was more serious than initially suspected.

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“Shreyas Iyer sustained an impact injury to his left lower rib cage region while fielding during the third ODI against Australia. Scans have revealed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well,” the statement said.

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The board further added that the BCCI Medical Team, along with specialists in Sydney and India, is closely monitoring his recovery. The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney to assess Iyer’s condition and provide regular updates on his progress.

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While the injury first appeared to be a standard rib impact, subsequent scans revealed internal damage, prompting extended observation. Iyer will remain hospitalized in Sydney for continuous medical supervision as doctors work to ensure there are no complications. The duration of Iyer’s recovery is yet to be determined and will depend on how quickly his body responds to treatment in the coming days. For now, the star batter is reported to be in stable condition and on the path to recovery.