Fresh medical tests have confirmed that Shreyas Iyer will remain out of action as he continues recovery from his abdominal injury.
Doctors have advised Iyer to avoid high-intensity training and follow a slow, phased rehabilitation plan for the next few weeks.
Iyer suffered a spleen laceration after landing awkwardly while taking a catch in the Sydney ODI, which required immediate medical attention.
Recent scans reviewed by specialists show good healing, but he has been asked to avoid any activity that increases abdominal pressure.
Iyer will undergo another USG scan after two months, and only then will he be allowed to begin structured rehab at the BCCI CoE.
With the extended recovery timeline, Iyer will miss the ODI series against South Africa and New Zealand, with future availability depending on progress.