Indian cricket's rising star, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, has been hospitalized following a severe bout of food poisoning, leading to significant weight loss and casting doubt on his immediate playing future.
Hospitalization and Diagnosis
The young left-handed batsman was rushed to the hospital after experiencing intense stomach cramps during Mumbai's Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Rajasthan in Pune. What was initially thought to be a minor stomach bug was later diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis after medical examinations, including an ultrasound.
Jaiswal was treated with IV medication and has since been discharged. However, the illness has taken a physical toll. He has lost over two kilograms in just a couple of days, according to sources close to the development.
Cause and Recovery Timeline
A source informed that the condition was a direct result of food poisoning. "It is food poisoning. He ate something in the Pune hotel, which has led to this," the source stated. While his condition has improved with timely medication, doctors have prescribed a strict recovery protocol.
The medical team has advised complete rest for the next seven to ten days. This recovery period puts his participation in the initial stages of the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy national one-day tournament in serious jeopardy.
Impact on Cricket Schedule
Mumbai's Vijay Hazare Trophy campaign begins against Sikkim on December 24. Given the recovery timeline, it will be "touch and go" for Jaiswal to be available for the first few matches. He was expected to open the batting alongside former India captain Rohit Sharma in the tournament.
Furthermore, the BCCI's medical team is monitoring his progress closely, considering he is likely to be in the squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11. A full and robust recovery before that international assignment is paramount.
The incident highlights the vulnerabilities athletes face with their demanding schedules and the critical importance of health management at the highest levels of sport.
