Huge blow! Shreyas Iyer could be out of action for at least two months

Shreyas Iyer faces an extended layoff due to a spleen laceration, likely missing the home ODI series against New Zealand. A controlled rehabilitation roadmap is prescribed, requiring two months before resuming training. Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya's return is delayed; he's expected to play T20Is against South Africa after featuring in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.