🔗 Share this article Indian Batter Shreyas Iyer Treated at Hospital After Lacerated Spleen Incident Indian cricket star Shreyas Iyer suffered a spleen laceration and entered a Sydney hospital after an unfortunate tumble while attempting a catch during the final ODI match against Australia, according to team officials. Game Situation The 30-year-old sustained the injury on Saturday while catching to remove Alex Carey, with the athlete clutching his side and showing discomfort after tumbling onto the SCG turf. Medical examinations showed a tearing wound to the abdominal organ. He is under medical care, medically stable, and showing improvement. Medical Response Following immediate medical attention, the player was unable to continue in the match, which India secured victory by nine wickets. Australia had previously secured the tournament with earlier victories in the initial games played in Western and South Australian cities. The medical emergency was reportedly "critical at that moment," according to media reports. Spleen injury: Resulted from direct blow to the left lower rib cage Hospital evaluation: Conducted at Australian hospital Ongoing care: Team doctor remaining in 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 healing from the serious medical condition. India's upcoming matches include a five-match Twenty20 series against Australia, beginning in Canberra on Wednesday. Iyer won't participate in the T20 squad due to his ongoing recovery.