Shreyas Iyer Set for Vijay Hazare Trophy Return on January 3 Ahead of New Zealand ODIs
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Shreyas Iyer is nearing a return to competitive cricket, with reports confirming he is set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) for Mumbai next month. The middle-order batter has been sidelined since sustaining an injury while taking a catch during an ODI against Australia earlier this year.
Iyer is expected to play two crucial VHT matches in Jaipur on January 3 and January 6, 2026. These fixtures will serve as a final fitness assessment before the BCCI selectors finalize the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand, which begins on January 11. His successful return to the domestic 50-over format would clear the path for his immediate inclusion in the national side, where he was previously appointed vice-captain in ODIs.
The positive development follows intensive rehabilitation, with officials noting that Iyer is currently batting well in the nets without any discomfort. His availability will be a significant boost for the Indian middle order heading into a crucial international calendar.
“We are hearing positive developments around Shreyas. He is very likely to play two games for Mumbai on January 3 and January 6. The final schedule will depend on clearance from CoE but signs are positive for playing those games in Jaipur. He is batting well in the nets and no discomfort,”
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Related Statistics
IPL 2025 Top Order Run Leaders | Position Analysis
Best run at Top Order position in IPL 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | runs |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Chennai Super Kings | 3781 runs | |
#2 | Mumbai Indians | 3312 runs | |
#3 | Mumbai Indians | 3304 runs | |
| #4 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3191 runs | |
| #5 | Punjab Kings | 2984 runs |
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