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Shreyas Iyer’s unexpected absence from India’s Super Four clash against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2023 due to back spasms has raised concerns and questions about the impact on the Indian cricket team, especially with the impending World Cup. Former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra provided insights into the situation, highlighting the potential implications.
The decision to include KL Rahul in the playing XI instead of Shreyas Iyer surprised both fans and experts, given the choice between Rahul and Ishan Kishan. Chopra expressed his surprise and noted the need to provide Rahul with opportunities, but he also questioned the timing of this decision.
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Chopra’s concerns deepened as he delved into the extent of Shreyas Iyer’s injury. Iyer had undergone back surgery and had not played competitive cricket for the past six to eight months. This extended absence from the game could have contributed to the back spasms he experienced during the Asia Cup.
“It was a surprise for everyone in whose place KL Rahul was playing. It seemed like it was between him and Ishan Kishan and that the latter should have been played because he is in good form. However, the question was when you would play KL Rahul as at some stage you have to give him chances,” Chopra said on his YouTube channel.
Chopra emphasized that Iyer’s fitness is a critical concern at this point, especially considering the upcoming World Cup. He highlighted the need for Iyer to regain match fitness and questioned whether he would be able to do so in time for the global tournament. This concern extends beyond form and performance, focusing squarely on his physical condition.
“The first thing is that he is probably undercooked because of which the area on which the surgery happened might have flared up a little bit and the surrounding areas would have stiffened up to save that and he got a spasm due to that, if this happens repeatedly, because he had played only one match (innings) thus far, so with what fitness will he come in the World Cup? We are not even talking about the form at the moment, we are talking about the fitness first,” he added.
The situation surrounding Shreyas Iyer’s injury remains uncertain, and it remains to be seen whether he will be available for the Super Four game against Sri Lanka on September 12. Additionally, the deadline for squad changes until September 28 adds to the intrigue, as the Indian team management and selectors must make decisions regarding Iyer’s inclusion based on his fitness and recovery.
In conclusion, Shreyas Iyer’s absence due to back spasms has raised legitimate concerns about his fitness and readiness for the upcoming World Cup. Aakash Chopra’s insights shed light on the complexities of managing injuries and player selection in a highly competitive cricketing landscape. The Indian cricket fraternity will closely monitor Iyer’s progress, hoping for his swift recovery and return to form.
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