National team batter Shreyas Iyer experienced a lacerated spleen and was admitted to a Sydney hospital after an unfortunate tumble while taking a catch during the final ODI match against Australia, according to team officials.
The experienced player sustained the injury on Saturday while fielding to remove Alex Carey, with Iyer clutching his side and grimacing in pain after tumbling onto the Sydney Cricket Ground field.
Scans have revealed a tearing wound to the spleen. He is under treatment, in stable condition, and showing improvement.
After receiving immediate medical attention, the player was unable to continue in the game, which India ultimately won by a significant margin. Australia had previously secured the series with wins in the initial games played in Perth and Adelaide.
The medical emergency was reportedly "life threatening at that moment," according to media reports.
The Indian team doctor will stay at Sydney with Shreyas to evaluate his day-to-day progress and ensure proper recovery from the significant injury.
India's next fixture include a five-match Twenty20 series versus Australia, beginning in Canberra on Wednesday. Iyer is not included in the T20 squad due to his current condition.
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