Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer entered the team for the 2023 Asia Cup after surviving a challenging injury by scoring an incredible 199 during a practice session at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).
This impressive knock ensured his selection in the Asia Cup team after a hiatus brought on by a debilitating back condition that prevented him from participating in pivotal matches like the IPL 2023 final and the World Test Championship 2023 semifinal.
Shreyas Iyer got back to the Indian team as a result of his performance in the NCA practice game.
The selection committee thoroughly evaluated the fitness levels of important players Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul before choosing the team for the Asia Cup. They made sure the players were physically fit and in top physical form so they could handle the demands of international cricket.
At Bangalore’s National Cricket Academy, Iyer displayed his comeback to health and form. Along with his magnificent knock, he stood firm on the pitch, playing the entire 50-over encounter without displaying any indications of injury.
According to a source at the BCCI, as mentioned by The Times of India, Iyer put up a good performance at the NCA, where he managed to smash 199 runs in a warm-up game and engaged the bowlers forcefully.
Additionally, he aggressively fielded for the whole 50-over encounter in an effort to give the selectors additional assurance of his physical condition. These things happened a few days ago at Bangalore’s Just Cricket Academy.
Shreyas Iyer scored 199 in a practice match at the National Cricket Academy, crushing the bowlers. He subsequently fielded for the complete 50 overs of that game, which was played in Bangalore three to four days ago, to provide the selectors further proof of his health,” the source added.
Iyer has been stationed at the NCA in Bangalore for the past two months, and this has allowed him to concentrate on his recuperation, according to the source, which has been helpful for him.
He has been based at the NCA in Bangalore for the past two months, concentrating on his recuperation. For him, everything has come together perfectly, the person continued.
Shreyas Iyer will return to the Indian team for the next Asia Cup in Sri Lanka. After suffering a back injury while playing Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, the 28-year-old has been out since March of this year.
Iyer eventually made the decision to finish his recovery at the National Cricket Academy (NCA), skipping the full IPL 2023 season in the process. The cricket star expressed his gratitude to the academy for assisting him in his efforts to recover before the 2023 Asia Cup.
The last time Shreyas Iyer played in an ODI was in the home three-match series against Sri Lanka in January. The right-hander scored 94 runs over the course of the three innings and scored a few important runs against Bangladesh in India’s last assignment.
The team management and selectors will be paying close attention to Iyer’s fitness and performance in the Asia Cup as he attempts to delay his return till the World Cup later this year.
Shreyas Iyer reflects on his experience at NCA
Shreyas Iyer was one of three Indian legends who recently visited the NCA, along with KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah. A few days after the BCCI chose the three for India’s Asia Cup 2023 team, Iyer thanked the NCA for helping him achieve a full recovery.
It’s been a long trip, but I’m really appreciative of all the individuals who supported me along the way to get to where I am now. Thank you to Nitin bhai, Rajini sir, and everyone at The NCA for their unwavering assistance. Much love and thanks for everything.