Across the world, there are many developments in the last 24 hours. From cricket to football, check out the unmissable sports stories in the Bulletin for
June 10.
1. India tour to Sri Lanka begins on August 15
The Indian men's cricket team, led by Shubman Gill, will begin their tour of Sri Lanka with a two-Test series starting August 15, 2026. The matches are expected to be played in Galle and Colombo as part of the ICC World Test Championship. This important series will help India gather crucial WTC points ahead of the next cycle. The squad is likely to feature a mix of experienced players and emerging talents following the Lanka Premier League.
2. Ben Stokes to retire for England with immediate effect
England Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his immediate retirement from international cricket at the age of 35. The decision comes amid an ongoing ECB investigation into a post-match incident involving teammate Gus Atkinson after the Lord's Test. Stokes, one of England's greatest all-rounders, leaves behind a glittering career highlighted by the 2019 World Cup heroics and several memorable Test performances.
3. Jurrien Timber ruled out of World Cup 2026
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the Netherlands squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to a persistent groin injury. The 24-year-old suffered the injury during the Champions League final and failed to recover in time despite rehabilitation efforts. His absence is a significant blow to the Dutch defence, as Timber's versatility was expected to play a key role in the tournament.
4. Somalia referee gets hero's welcome after USA deny entry
Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan received a hero's welcome in Mogadishu after being denied entry into the United States despite holding a valid visa for the 2026 World Cup. US authorities cited security concerns. Artan, who was set to become Somalia's first World Cup referee, thanked supporters, FIFA and the Somali government, expressing his determination to officiate at the next opportunity.
5. Argentina secure win in final Friendly against Iceland
Argentina defeated Iceland 3-0 in their final pre-World Cup friendly played in front of a capacity crowd in Auburn, Alabama. ValentÍn Barco opened the scoring, Lionel Messi converted a penalty after coming on as a substitute, and Thiago Almada sealed the victory. The win boosts confidence for the defending champions as they head into the 2026 World Cup in strong form.
6. Sachin Yadav set to miss Asian Games, Commonwealth due to injury
Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav will miss the 2026 Commonwealth Games and potentially the Asian Games due to an elbow injury. The 2025 World Championships finalist's absence comes at a critical time, further weakening India's throwing department alongside concerns over Neeraj Chopra. The Athletics Federation of India is monitoring his recovery timeline.
7. Lionel Messi's passport leaked
Passport details of Lionel Messi and the entire Argentina national team were accidentally leaked ahead of their friendly against Iceland. The official team sheet containing personal information was publicly shared, raising serious concerns about player data security. The incident occurred in the United States just before the 2026 World Cup preparations.
