Shreyas Iyer Recounts 'Nightmarish' Spleen Injury Experience

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News18•14-01-2026, 17:13
Shreyas Iyer Recounts 'Nightmarish' Spleen Injury Experience
- •Shreyas Iyer suffered a severe spleen injury last October while diving for a catch in an ODI against Australia in Sydney.
- •He was rushed to the hospital after a dangerous drop in vital signs and underwent a procedure to stop internal bleeding.
- •Iyer described the pain as 'extremely painful' and realized the severity only after hospitalization, learning about the spleen's importance.
- •His rehabilitation at the BCCI Center of Excellence in Bengaluru required him to learn patience, as he is naturally restless.
- •Iyer made a successful return to competitive cricket in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and recently played for India against New Zealand.
Why It Matters: Shreyas Iyer shared his harrowing experience with a spleen injury, emphasizing the severe pain and recovery process.
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