Shreyas Iyer Likely To Miss IPL 2023

Due to a recurring back injury, Shreyas Iyer, the Indian batsman, will not be playing in the three-match ODI series against Australia.

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It is reported that he is struggling to walk and may also miss several matches of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has consulted specialist doctors regarding Iyer's condition, and a decision on whether he needs surgery will be made

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If he undergoes surgery, he may be out of action for up to three months.

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his news is a major setback for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

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He is the captain of the IPL team, and the franchise will hope for his speedy recovery before the start of the season.

Iyer was bought by KKR for Rs 12.25 crore in the IPL 2022 mega auction.

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The team failed to secure a top-four spot in the last season.

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If Iyer is unable to play, the franchise will need to find and select a new captain.

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