Manpreet Singh equals 412 caps record but India loses to Netherlands

14 Mwezi wa sita, 2026

Veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh equalled Dilip Tirkey's record of 412 international appearances as India lost 2-3 to the Netherlands in the FIH Men's Pro League on June 14, 2026.

The match took place in Rotterdam. India came back from behind twice but could not prevent the hosts from scoring the winner through Tijmen Reyenga in the 40th minute.

Dilpreet Singh scored for India in the ninth minute and Sukhjeet Singh equalised again in the 33rd minute. Miles Bukkens and Koen Bijen scored the other goals for the Netherlands.

Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey said Manpreet had reached a significant milestone reflecting dedication and consistency. Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh called it a testament to his consistency and role in India's resurgence.

India's next match is scheduled against Germany on June 17.

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Initial reactions on X focused on Manpreet Singh equaling the 412 caps record during India's 2-3 loss to Netherlands in FIH Pro League. Posts from sports journalists and fans highlighted the milestone positively while noting the match result. Detailed match analysis praised the team's effort but critiqued umpiring rules. Overall sentiment was celebratory of the achievement with neutral mentions of the defeat.

Bouts of intense hockey, lovely Dutch lateral moves, and some ‘hang-in-there’ play from the Indians promise a bit in the days to come. Former Indian captain Manpreet Singh played his 412th international, tying India’s most capped player and Hockey India President, Dilip Tirkey.… pic.twitter.com/DFLbjOTJu5

— Sundeep Misra (@MisraSundeep) 14 Juni 2026

Another Milestone in the career of Hockey Legend Manpreet Singh!!

Indian midfield Veteran Equals the record of most caps (412) for Indian hockey with Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey !!

Manpreet is the only Active player currently having over 400 Caps !!

He is still more… pic.twitter.com/IX35cDNa0c

— Navin Mittal (@NavinSports) 14 Juni 2026

Historic Milestone! 🏑

​Manpreet Singh has officially leveled Dilip Tirkey’s record of 412 international caps for India, putting an end to all recent speculation. A legendary achievement for Indian hockey! 🇮🇳

​The world record belongs to Belgium’s John-John Dohmen with 481… pic.twitter.com/tgsiaEKs1U

— Neeraj Panchal (@neeraj__panchal) 14 Juni 2026

🚨 Manpreet Singh joins the record books 🏑

With his 412th international appearance against the Netherlands today, he has equalled Dilip Tirkey as India's most-capped hockey player. pic.twitter.com/WWgKdRkLuf

— RevSportz Global (@RevSportzGlobal) 14 Juni 2026

#News | Manpreet Singh becomes joint most-capped Indian hockey Player

Star midfielder earned his 412th cap in India’s opening FIH Pro League match of European Leg against the Netherlands, equaling Dilip Tirkey’s record.

The 33-year-old made his India debut in 2011 and has won… pic.twitter.com/TY8v9Zp1Fq

— The Bridge (@the_bridge_in) 14 Juni 2026

Vyanzo

• https://www.thehindu.com/sport/four-junior-athletes-attain-qualifying-mark-for-under-20-world-championships/article71101942.ece
• https://www.thehindu.com/sport/manpreet-equals-tirkeys-record-412-caps-but-india-lose-2-3-to-netherlands/article71102379.ece
• https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/hockey/india-go-down-fighting-to-netherlands-in-fih-pro-league-10739432/