Archive · 14 Jan 2026
Shreyas Iyer Opens Up on Spleen Injury
Shreyas Iyer, an Indian cricket player, got hurt in a game against Australia.
He didn't know how bad it was until he went to the hospital.
He had to rest for a long time, which was hard for him because he likes to stay busy.
After following the doctor's advice, he got better and played again in a match against New Zealand.
He scored 49 runs in that game.
He talked about how he and his teammate Virat Kohli plan their games together.
They focus on staying in the moment and building a good score for their team.
Shreyas Iyer sustained a spleen injury during the third ODI against Australia.
He realized the severity of the injury after being admitted to the hospital.
The recovery process took 6-8 weeks, during which he had to rest and reflect.
Iyer made a successful return, scoring 49 runs in the first ODI against New Zealand.
He and Virat Kohli focus on staying present and building totals to give bowlers confidence.
- Who
- Shreyas Iyer, Indian cricket player
- What
- Spleen injury and recovery process
- When
- During the third ODI against Australia, recovery over 6-8 weeks
- Where
- Hospital in India, return match in Vadodara
- Why
- To share his experience and recovery from the injury
- Player
- Shreyas Iyer
- Injury
- Spleen injury
- Match
- Third ODI against Australia
- Recovery Time
- 6-8 weeks
- Return Match
- First ODI against New Zealand
- Score on Return
- 49 runs
- Communication Partner
- Virat Kohli
