Shreyas Iyer breaks silence after nearfatal Sydney injury: ‘Getting better every day’

NEW DELHI: India cricketer Shreyas Iyer has spoken publicly for the first time since his life-threatening on-field injury in Sydney, posting a heartfelt message to fans on Thursday as he continues to recover from a spleen laceration suffered during the third ODI against Australia.

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The Indian ODI vice-captain, who was briefly in the ICU following the incident, thanked fans for their overwhelming support in a message shared on social media platforms.

“I’m currently in the recovery process and getting better, every passing day. I’m deeply grateful to see all the kind wishes and support I’ve received — it truly means a lot. Thank you for keeping me in your thoughts,” Iyer wrote.

The post comes as a major relief to Indian cricket fans, who have been anxiously tracking updates since the terrifying accident during the Sydney ODI.

The horror moment

What appeared to be a routine fielding effort quickly turned alarming when Iyer collapsed on the ground after completing a spectacular diving catch to dismiss Alex Carey. He clutched his abdomen in visible pain as teammates and medical staff rushed to his aid.

Initially believed to be a rib bruise, scans later revealed a grade-two splenic laceration — a serious injury causing internal bleeding. Iyer was immediately taken to St. Vincent’s Hospital, where quick intervention by doctors and the Indian team’s medical unit prevented the injury from becoming fatal.

A hospital insider described the hours following the incident as “critical,” noting that Iyer’s blood pressure had dropped dangerously low. Fortunately, the bleeding was contained without the need for surgery.

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