🔗 Share this article Indian Batter Shreyas Iyer Treated at Medical Facility After Torn Spleen Incident National team batter Shreyas Iyer suffered a lacerated spleen and was admitted to a Sydney hospital following an unfortunate tumble 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 match day while catching to remove Alex Carey, with Iyer holding his abdomen and grimacing in pain after falling onto the SCG turf. Medical examinations showed a laceration injury to the spleen. He is under treatment, in stable condition, and recovering well. Treatment Process After receiving on-field treatment, the batter did not return in the match, which India ultimately won by a significant margin. Australia had previously secured the tournament with wins in the initial games played in Western and South Australian cities. The situation was reportedly "critical at that moment," according to news sources. Abdominal trauma: Caused by direct blow to the upper abdominal area Hospital evaluation: Performed in Sydney facility Ongoing care: Team doctor staying at Sydney to monitor progress Healing Timeline The Indian team doctor will stay at Sydney with Shreyas to assess his day-to-day progress and guarantee proper healing from the significant injury. India's next fixture include a five-match Twenty20 series against Australia, beginning in Canberra on Wednesday. Iyer won't participate in the short-format team due to his ongoing recovery.