Shreyas Iyer Out for 2 More Months, Strict Rehab Plan Set

Shreyas Iyer is set to spend at least two more months on the sidelines, with fresh medical assessments recommending a cautious and tightly supervised recovery plan. The India vice-captain, who suffered a spleen laceration during the third ODI against Australia in Sydney, has shown steady improvement but is still far from resuming competitive cricket.

Iyer’s injury occurred on October 25, when he landed awkwardly while completing a catch. Immediate concerns were raised within the Indian team setup, and subsequent medical tests confirmed a blunt-force abdominal impact resulting in internal bleeding and damage to the spleen. He underwent a minor procedure to stabilise the bleeding before spending time under observation in the ICU.

Progress Steady, But No High-Intensity Training Yet

Since his return to India, Iyer has been under constant medical monitoring. Earlier this week, he underwent a fresh ultrasonography (USG) scan near his home, which was reviewed by senior sports medicine expert Dr Dinshaw Pardiwala. The scan revealed encouraging signs of healing.

However, the latest medical advice is clear:

• No high-intensity training

• Avoid exercises that increase intra-abdominal pressure

• Engage only in basic isometric workouts for the next month

  

This precaution is crucial to ensure the spleen heals fully without risk of re-injury.

Next Scan in Two Months Before Structured Rehab

Iyer will undergo another detailed USG scan at the two-month mark, after which doctors will determine whether he can begin formal rehabilitation at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru. Only upon receiving clearance will he start strength work and cricket-specific drills.

Set to Miss Upcoming Tours

With a minimum two- to three-month recovery window, Iyer is almost certain to miss:

• India’s ODI series vs South Africa

• India’s ODI series vs New Zealand

His availability for subsequent assignments will depend entirely on the pace of recovery and medical clearance.

For now, the priority remains ensuring complete internal healing before he returns to top-level cricket. At 29, rushing the process could prove risky, and the BCCI medical team is determined to avoid setbacks.