NEW DELHI: India's middle-order batsman, Shreyas Iyer, will be sidelined for India's second consecutive match in the Asia Cup due to a back spasm. The team has been advised to give Iyer rest during the crucial Super Four contest against Sri Lanka.
This development comes shortly after India's resounding victory over arch-rivals Pakistan on Monday night. Iyer, who recently made a comeback to top-flight cricket following a back surgery, also missed the game against Pakistan. His absence from two consecutive games has raised concerns about his fitness ahead of the upcoming World Cup in India, scheduled for next month.