Last Updated: June 19, 2026 02:42 PM
Shreyanka Patil suffered a ligament tear during the Netherlands match. Leading spin bowler injured while playing in a tournament against the Netherlands in the group stage. She bowled just one ball, then got injured badly and was stretchered off the field.
Patil earlier bowled three overs vs Pakistan. Took a catch in the previous match showing efforts. A ligament tear ended her tournament campaign sadly. BCCI ruled her out for the remainder immediately. Replacement needed urgently for the World Cup squad.
Prema Rawat was named as a replacement for her. Called to replace Shreyanka Patil in the squad. Young uncapped leg spinner gets an opportunity now. Prema Rawat was already in England with the India A squad when the call came for her. Quick transition to the senior squad for her.
Immediate replacement is needed for tournament continuation now. Rawat stepped up for this chance. She was ready to join the senior setup. Young player given opportunity at World Cup. Replacing Shreyanka Patil is a big responsibility there. But she has shown quality consistently.
Prema Rawat’s Background and Journey
Prema Rawat hails from Uttarakhand state originally. 24 years old is her age. As a child chose cricket over hockey. Developed into a multi-faceted cricketer with many skills. An agile fielder known for her quick movements.
A dynamic pinch hitter in the batting department is shown. Leg spinner bowler with good control. Royal Challengers Bengaluru bought her at auction. 1.2 crore was the price paid. Selected in the India A squad for the Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament.
Recognition of her talent came through. That tournament played a major role in the selection and development as a cricketer overall.
Rising Stars Performance and Tournament Success
Prema Rawat played all five matches in the Women’s Rising Stars Asia Cup tournament. Claimed 8 wickets in that competition. Economy rate of 9.6 is good. Match-winning performance in the final highlighted her 3 wickets in the final match.
Defending 134 runs total. Her bowling helped win that tournament. Performance impressed the selection committee very much. Called to the World Cup squad. Performance showed her capability at the highest level of cricket with consistency shown.
India’s Tournament Progress and Squad Strength
India started strong with 2 victories. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur as captain. Faces South Africa on 21st June. Victory is important for semi-final qualification chances. Group A includes Australia and South Africa as strong competition.
India needs consistent performances ahead now. Prema Rawat brings fresh energy honestly. Squad depth strengthened with her inclusion. The tournament continues for the Indian women’s team. Goals remain achieving the semi-finals and beyond.
