BCCI secretary said ShreyasIyer didn’t undergo surgery

DevajitSaikia clarified that Iyer hasn’t done any surgery but a different medical procedure to stop internal bleeding.

ShreyasIyer was recently hospitalised after he attempted a difficult running catch to dismiss Australia’s Alex Carey, and in the process, injured his left rib cage, necessitating immediate hospitalisation. There were several reports about the cricketer undergoing surgery; however, the BCCI secretary has this to say on the matter.

BCCI secretary clarifies on ShreyasIyer’s injury.

ShreyasIyer went through a life-threatening incident recently while playing against Australia at the SCG on Saturday, which injured his left rib cage. Reports suggested that the cricketer underwent surgery; however, DevajitSaikia, BCCI secretary, has now clarified the matter. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has shared a positive update on ShreyasIyer’s health. Contrary to media reports, he clarified that Iyer didn’t undergo surgery but a different medical procedure to stop internal bleeding.

What did DevajitSaikia say about ShreyasIyer’s health?

Saikia, while speaking to The Times of India, said, “Shreyas is much, much, much better. His recovery has been much faster than the doctor expected. I’m in regular touch with Dr Rizwan (Khan, Indian team doctor who stayed back with Iyer to assist with his treatment at the Sydney hospital). Normally, he should take six to eight weeks (to recover completely), but you can expect a surprise from him because he may recover much earlier.” He added, “The doctors are very satisfied with his progress. He has started his normal functioning (routine chores). His injury was very severe, but he has recovered and is out of danger, which is why he was shifted from the ICU to his room in the hospital yesterday.”

DevajirSaikia revealed, “Shreyas didn’t have surgery but went through a different procedure, which is why he recovered so quickly.” A source told the leading portal that he procedure was done to stop internal bleeding and added, “The usual hospital stay for this injury is seven to ten days, so Iyer is likely to remain in hospital for that period.”