Shreyas Iyer he hoped to return soon Indian cricket teambut his aspirations took a significant blow as he was ruled out of Mumbai’s upcoming game in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that Shreyas Iyer will be unavailable for at least a week, meaning the Indian batsman will miss the crucial Ranji Trophy 2024-25 match against Tripura at the Maharaja Bir, Mumbai. Bikram College Stadium in Agartala from October 26 to 29.
Mumbai to face Tripura without Shreyas Iyer in Ranji Trophy 2024-25 clash
Iyer, who has played in seven consecutive multi-day games, stressed the importance of listening to his body after the second innings recently. Ranji Trophy 2024-25. The right-handed batsman expressed the need for a break regardless of outside opinions.
He scored a match-winning 142 against Maharashtra in the second Ranji Trophy 2024-25 Group A match last week to give Mumbai their first win of the season. After his impressive century with Maharashtra, Shreyas Iyer has admitted the toll years of rigorous play have taken on him and hinted at prioritizing his health.
He made it clear that prioritizing his health is very important for both himself and his team’s future. His absence will be felt as Mumbai aim to maintain momentum in the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25.
Iyer recently said, “Irrespective of what people outside think, I have to listen to my body because I know the limit I have been carrying for the last few years and based on that, I will make the right decision. , and I hope my team will support me as well. I totally wish I could go back, but yeah, as we say, manage the managed.
MCA approves giving break to Shreyas Iyer from Ranji action
Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer requested a break from the senior men’s selection committee in Mumbai and his request was accepted by the committee. A senior Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) official confirmed the development to PTI on Wednesday (October 23).
Hence, Iyer will not join the Mumbai team for the trip to Agartala, while the rest of the squad will depart on Wednesday morning. The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) will not name a replacement for Iyer as the 16-man squad for the match has already been announced.
Notably, Iyer underwent a back surgery last year and after his comeback, the right-handed batsman played in both Asia Cup 2023 and ODI World Cup 2023.
Iyer is unlikely to be selected for the Australian tour
However, the Indian middle-order batsman missed out on a place in the Indian team after being sidelined. As India prepare to tour Australia for a five-match Test series next month, Iyer expected to return with a squad to be announced after the second Test against New Zealand in Mumbai.
Currently, Iyer is not involved in Test selection. However, the Mumbai batsman will be selected for the India A team but his inclusion remains uncertain.
