🔗 Share this article Indian Batter Shreyas Iyer Treated at Hospital Following Lacerated Spleen Injury National team batter Shreyas Iyer suffered a spleen laceration and entered a Sydney hospital following an awkward fall while attempting a catch during the third one-day international versus Australia, according to cricket authorities. Match Incident The 30-year-old injured himself on Saturday while catching to dismiss Alex Carey, with Iyer holding his abdomen and showing discomfort after falling onto the SCG turf. Scans have revealed a tearing wound to the abdominal organ. He is under treatment, medically stable, and recovering well. Medical Response After receiving on-field treatment, the batter was unable to continue in the match, which India secured victory by nine wickets. Australia had already won the series with earlier victories in the initial games played in Perth and Adelaide. The situation was reportedly "critical at that moment," according to news sources. Spleen injury: Caused by direct blow to the upper abdominal area Medical assessment: Performed in Australian hospital Ongoing care: Medical staff staying at Sydney to evaluate recovery Healing Timeline The Indian team doctor will stay at Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress and ensure proper recovery from the serious medical condition. 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 current condition.