Mumbai's Shreyas Iyer during a warm-up session before the start of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 cricket match between Mumbai and Himachal Pradesh, at Jaipuria Vidyalaya Ground, in Jaipur, Tuesday. PTI
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Firstpost06-01-2026, 15:24

Shreyas Iyer Smashes 82 on Injury Return for Mumbai in Vijay Hazare Trophy

  • Shreyas Iyer scored a brilliant 82 runs off 53 balls for Mumbai in his first competitive match since injury.
  • He captained Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, leading them to a formidable 299/9 in 33 overs.
  • The match in Jaipur was reduced to 33 overs due to dense fog at the Jaipuria Vidhyalaya Ground.
  • Iyer had suffered a spleen injury with internal bleeding in Australia last October, sidelining him for two and a half months.
  • His strong performance positions him for a likely return to the Indian squad for the upcoming New Zealand series.

Why It Matters: Shreyas Iyer makes a strong comeback with 82 runs, signaling his readiness for India return.

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