BCCI okays Shreyas Iyer’s six-month break from red-ball cricket: What it means and what’s next

The BCCI approved Shreyas Iyer’s six-month red-ball break due to recurring back spasms. He’ll focus on fitness and lead India A in ODIs, missing the Irani Cup and home Tests.

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The Cricket Standard Desk

September 28, 2025

Shreyas Iyer earlier during a test match, now the BCCI approves his six-month red-ball break to rebuild endurance and manage recurring back spasms.