Shreyas Iyer’s Recent Public Appearance
Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer, who sustained an injury during the third ODI against Australia, has returned to India. He was recently seen at an event alongside Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta and teammate Shashank Singh. Preity Zinta later shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the evening was unplanned yet enjoyable. She extended birthday wishes to Shashank Singh and expressed her happiness at seeing Iyer on the mend and stepping out after a challenging period. Additionally, she expressed gratitude towards Rohini and mentioned her delight in running into Dino at the event.
Sometimes the most unplanned and impromptu evenings turn out to be the best. Happy Birthday once again, Shashank! So thrilled to see you and equally happy to see Shreyas recovering well and finally stepping out. Thank you, Rohini, for always being amazing ❤️ Loved bumping into Dino as always… pic.twitter.com/hhc1XLdYie
Concerns Over Shreyas Iyer’s Fitness
Despite his recent appearance, Iyer’s fitness remains a significant concern. His participation in the upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, starting on November 30, is uncertain. Following two Test matches beginning November 14, India is set to play ODIs in Ranchi, Raipur, and Visakhapatnam. Reports indicate that Iyer requires additional time to recover from his injury and is not yet prepared to return to international cricket.
The selection committee has been updated on his condition. Medical assessments suggest that he needs over a month to achieve full fitness. A source from the board mentioned that Iyer needs more time to be match-ready, emphasizing that the selectors are cautious about rushing him back. At one point, Iyer’s oxygen levels reportedly dropped to 50, and he struggled to stand for nearly ten minutes as he experienced a blackout. It took some time for him to return to normal.
The Mumbai batsman was discharged from the hospital last week after suffering a spleen laceration and internal bleeding during the third ODI at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The injury occurred when he attempted to catch a ball to dismiss Alex Carey and landed awkwardly, resulting in internal damage that necessitated immediate medical intervention.
