Several media reports claimed that Shreyas Iyer informed the BCCI by email that he will be “taking a break from red-ball cricket” to deal with a long-standing back problem. However, the BCCI has not yet officially confirmed Iyer’s decision to step away from the red-ball action.
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However, the Mumbaiker failed to make an impact in the first drawn unofficial Test and then stepped down from the captaincy and pulled out of the second unofficial Test against Australia A in Kanpur, leaving his Test future in further uncertainty.
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Even Iyer skipped a Ranji Trophy match for Mumbai. His back spasms were serious enough that, after struggling in the nets, he was temporarily removed from India’s central contract before being reinstated this year after his impressive performances across the formats.
The 30-year-old is an important player in India’s plans, especially after controversy over his omission from the Asia Cup 2025 squad, but his Test return is now uncertain.
Shreyas Iyer takes a temporary break from Tests, committed to white-ball cricket
However, it is being said that Iyer is taking a temporary break from red-ball cricket to work on his fitness and manage a recurring back problem.
But the good news is that Iyer is fully committed to continuing his white-ball career. He is expected to be a part of India’s squad for the white-ball series in Australia.
A source close to the development was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz, “He is only seeking a break. After working on his fitness, he will reset his red-ball career and come back stronger.”
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