Indian star cricketer Shreyas Iyer, who has recently taken out India out of a team against Australia A, has informed the BCCI of his decision to take some time out of red-ball cricket. The batsman has quoted his long-back issues as a major reason and will consider playing the format when his body allows him to take toll of 5-day long format.
India, a captain, Shreyas Iyer played the first game against Australia A, although he could not contribute much with the bat. He has taken out of the second ongoing game in Lucknow after consulting with Ajit Aggarkar, Chairman of the Consultation and Selection Committee with the selectors.
Shreyas Iyer consider taking a long break from red-ball cricket
Shreyas Iyer, who has not played a Test match for India in more than a year, has taken a big call in his career when things started going in his favor. Next to the West Indies series, Iyer’s return to India could set a tone for its much awaited return to the Indian test side.
However, the Indian Express reports that Iyer has informed the selectors that he is facing hardness in his back and his body can no longer toll a compelling program of red-ball cricket. Quoting it as a major reason, he is considering taking a break from the format until his body allows him to take the ground for such a long term.
“He has informed us that he (Iyer) must be taking a break from the red ball cricket, and it is good that he has approved it as the selectors are now clear about their future. He will not play red ball cricket in the coming months, and he informed the board that he assesses his body in future who will consult and call it.”
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