Shreyas Iyer Appointed India’s ODI Vice-Captain, Fitness Test Remains Only Obstacle

Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as India’s vice-captain for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, pending final clearance from the BCCI medical team due to a serious abdominal injury sustained in October 2025. Despite months of carefully planned recovery and training, his playing status remains uncertain, with a decision expected based on his response to full-intensity match simulations, showcasing the team’s confidence in his middle-order prowess and potential impact on the batting line-up if he is deemed fit to play.

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