India's Batter Shreyas Iyer Treated at Medical Facility After Lacerated Spleen Injury

National team batter Shreyas Iyer experienced a lacerated spleen and was admitted to a Sydney hospital after an awkward fall while taking a catch during the final ODI match against Australia, according to team officials.

Match Incident

The 30-year-old injured himself on Saturday while catching to remove Alex Carey, with the athlete clutching his side and showing discomfort after falling onto the Sydney Cricket Ground field.

Scans have revealed a tearing wound to the spleen. He is under medical care, medically stable, and recovering well.

Treatment Process

Following on-field treatment, the player was unable to continue in the game, which India secured victory by a significant margin. Australia had previously secured the series with earlier victories 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: Resulted from impact injury to the left lower rib cage
• Medical assessment: Conducted at Sydney facility
• Ongoing care: Team doctor staying at Sydney to evaluate recovery

Recovery Process

The Indian team doctor will remain in Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress and ensure proper recovery from the serious medical condition.

India's next fixture include a five-match Twenty20 series versus Australia, starting in the capital city on midweek. Iyer is not included in the short-format team due to his current condition.