Sports Bulletin June 19: Prema Rawat Call-Up, Mexico Seal Knockouts Spot, Neymar Injury Concern

India's campaign at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup has been hit by an early setback with Shreyanka Patil ruled out due to injury, prompting the inclusion of Prema Rawat as a fresh face in the squad. Meanwhile, in football, the Mexico national football team have surged into the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the first side to secure qualification and underlining their strong start to the tournament.

Elsewhere, Brazil continue to monitor the fitness of Neymar, who remains sidelined with injury and is expected to miss crucial group-stage fixtures. In cricket, England's Ben Stokes edges closer to a return amid off-field scrutiny, while Glenn Phillips makes headlines with a landmark century. Indian hockey also celebrates a historic

milestone as Manpreet Singh becomes the country's most-capped player.

Here is your daily digest from the sports world in today's sports bulletin:

Prema Rawat Replaces Shreyanka Patil In India Squad

Shreyanka Patil has been ruled out of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup with an ankle ligament injury suffered against the Netherlands. She was stretchered off after twisting her ankle early in her spell. India have named Prema Rawat as her replacement, handing the legspinner a maiden call-up. Despite Patil's injury setback, India have started strongly with wins over Pakistan and the Netherlands and will face South Africa next in Manchester.

Ben Stokes Likely To Return For Durham Test

Ben Stokes is set to return for Durham in the County Championship after missing the second Test against New Zealand due to a protocol breach. Investigations continue into a curfew violation involving Stokes and Gus Atkinson. While the ECB has not confirmed his captaincy future, he remains in contention for the third Test. Coaches report he is in good spirits, and his county return could help assess his readiness for international selection.

Glenn Phillips Joins An Elite List Of Kiwi Batters

Glenn Phillips scored a crucial maiden Test century in the second Test against England at The Oval, guiding New Zealand to 391. Resuming on 49, he handled pressure and a hostile spell from Jofra Archer to reach 100. His knock, featuring 18 fours, helped shift momentum with an 87-run stand alongside Kyle Jamieson. Phillips became only the third New Zealand batter after Brendon McCullum and Martin Guptill to score centuries across all formats.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar Injury Update

Neymar remains sidelined with a calf injury as Brazil prepare to face Haiti in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The forward has resumed light training but is set to miss the Group C clash and is doubtful for the Scotland match. Brazil, who drew 1-1 with Morocco, need positive results to advance. Coach Carlo Ancelotti is prioritising Neymar's recovery for the knockout stages, while Haiti enter as underdogs aiming to challenge defensively.

Mexico Advances To Round Of 32

Mexico national football team became the first side to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage after a 1-0 win over South Korea, with Luis Romo scoring the decisive goal. The victory secured top spot in Group A, allowing Mexico to stay home for the Round of 32. Goalkeeper Raul Rangel made key late saves, while South Korea remain in contention for qualification heading into their final group match.

Manpreet Singh Becomes India's Most Capped Hockey Player

Indian hockey midfielder Manpreet Singh has become the nation's most-capped player, earning his 413th international cap against Germany. Surpassing Dilip Tirkey's long-standing Indian record of 412 appearances, the 33-year-old former captain now ranks fifth on the all-time global list. Notably, Manpreet is the only active player worldwide to surpass the 400-cap milestone. Since his 2011 debut, he has anchored India's modern hockey revival, contributing significantly to consecutive Olympic bronze medals at Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024.