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Shreyas Iyer Cleared for Mumbai Return, Eyes ODI Comeback After Injury

Shreyas Iyer has been cleared to return to competitive cricket and will join the Mumbai squad in Jaipur for their final two Vijay Hazare Trophy league matches. His comeback follows a serious spleen laceration suffered during an ODI in Australia, which required hospitalization and a surgical procedure. These matches are crucial as national selectors will assess his fitness ahead of the ODI series against New Zealand, for which he is already in the squad. Iyer completed his rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, overcoming issues related to weight loss and regaining power in his shots.

Key Points: Shreyas Iyer Fit, Returns for Mumbai in Vijay Hazare Trophy

  • Cleared after rehab at BCCI CoE
  • To play final two league matches
  • Included in India ODI squad for NZ
  • Recovered from serious spleen laceration
  • Selectors to assess fitness in Jaipur
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Shreyas Iyer to join Mumbai squad in Jaipur, set to feature in last two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches

Shreyas Iyer cleared to play for Mumbai in Vijay Hazare Trophy after recovering from a serious spleen injury, boosting his chances for the NZ ODI series.

Shreyas Iyer to join Mumbai squad in Jaipur, set to feature in last two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches
"It's definitely a very, very big boost for the Mumbai team. - Unmesh Khanvilkar, MCA Secretary"

New Delhi, Jan 3

India batter Shreyas Iyer will arrive in Jaipur on Sunday and will feature in Mumbai's next two Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, said Mumbai Cricket Association Secretary Unmesh Khanvilkar.

Iyer has completed the last phase of his rehab at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, and after being cleared for return to competitive cricket, he will play Mumbai's final two league matches against Himachal Pradesh and Punjab on January 6 and 8, respectively.

"Shreyas will go to Jaipur tomorrow and will play the last two matches of this ongoing competition after getting the necessary clearance from the CoE. It's definitely a very, very big boost for the Mumbai team," said Khanvilkar to IANS on Saturday.

The two games will be of huge importance to Iyer as he's included in the squad for the ODI series against New Zealand, starting on January 11 in Vadodara, subject to getting fitness clearance, especially with chief selector Ajit Agarkar and committee member RP Singh in attendance.

Iyer, India's ODI vice-captain, suffered a serious spleen laceration while attempting to take a diving catch of Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey during the third ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on October 25.

Subsequent scans at a hospital in Sydney revealed internal bleeding that required immediate hospitalisation and intensive care. He underwent a minor surgical procedure to control the bleeding and was closely monitored by local medical specialists in Australia and India, including the Indian team doctor, before his condition improved and he flew back home.

After a rest period, Iyer underwent rehab sessions and more tests before resuming lightweight gym training. On December 24, Iyer resumed batting for around 30-45 minutes at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) nets in Mumbai, where he was reported to be showing no signs of discomfort.

Iyer has been at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) since December 25 for further assessment of his recovery. He even featured in a practice game before being given the green signal to resume playing.

"Shreyas went through a lot of simulation tests at the CoE and did well. He only had one problem to overcome, which was related to his weight. Due to the injury, his weight had reduced, and he wasn't getting the power in his shots. But in the last few days, that aspect was worked out, and he's now fit to play," said a source tracking Iyer's recovery to IANS.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
That injury sounded so scary! Internal bleeding and surgery... glad he's recovered well. Mumbai team definitely needs his experience in those final matches. Hope he takes it easy and doesn't rush.
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Ajay M
Good to see the BCCI's rehab system working. The Centre of Excellence seems to have done a thorough job. His weight and power loss was a genuine concern. Fingers crossed he gets through these two games without any issues.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I'm just happy to see him back on the field. That catch attempt was pure commitment. Hope he regains his form quickly. The competition for middle-order spots is heating up!
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Vikram M
With Agarkar and RP Singh watching, these two Vijay Hazare matches are basically a fitness trial for the NZ series. No pressure! 😅 But seriously, best of luck to him. We need a fit Iyer for the World Cup year.
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Karan T
Respectfully, I hope the selectors are being cautious. Coming back from such a major physical trauma, two domestic games might not be enough to judge match fitness for an international series. Player health should be the top priority, not just filling a squad spot.

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