How Bad Was Shreyas Iyer's Injury? Rohit Sharma Shares Grave Observation

13.03.2023 - 17:45 sports.ndtv.com

Shreyas Iyer's recurring lower back injury "isn't looking good at the moment", said India captain Rohit Sharma, who couldn't set a timeframe on the stylish right-hander's comeback to competitive cricket.

Besides the upcoming three-match ODI series against Australia, Iyer could also miss the IPL for Kolkata Knigt Riders, a franchise he leads in the cash-rich league.

Iyer, who was part of the playing XI, couldn't come out to bat during the Indian innings on the best batting surface after his right lower back problems resurfaced after fielding for more than 167 overs during the Australian innings.

The PTI had reported on Sunday that Iyer is out of the three-match ODI series against Australia, starting March 17 in Mumbai.

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