Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer is currently undergoing intensive care in a Sydney hospital, recovering from a severe fall he sustained during the third One Day International against Australia. The incident occurred while Iyer was making a spectacular backward-running catch to dismiss Alex Carey, leading to a significant injury to his left rib cage. He was immediately rushed to the hospital after returning to the dressing room on Saturday.
Sources confirm that following the fall, Iyer’s body vitals dropped to dangerously low levels, indicating a critical, life-threatening situation. The impact caused a rupture under his rib cage, resulting in severe internal bleeding. His blood pressure plummeted alarmingly, necessitating urgent medical intervention.
The prompt action by the BCCI medical team and support staff was crucial in ensuring he received immediate care. While there has been no official statement from the Indian cricket board, it is understood that Iyer is expected to remain in the ICU for at least two more days. His hospitalization could extend beyond a week if the internal bleeding does not subside within the next 48 hours. The BCCI is closely monitoring his condition and keeping his family updated.
A video clip shows Shreyas Iyer explaining how he regained confidence and reacting to the series defeat against Australia.
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