India’s Toss Woes Continue: 15th Consecutive Loss in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy Final
In a remarkable and almost comedic turn of events, India lost the toss for the 15th consecutive time in One Day Internationals (ODIs), this time against New Zealand during the finals of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Captain Mitchell Santner called correctly, opting to bat first in the match held in Dubai, provoking a flurry of memes and shocked reactions across social media platforms.
Rohit Sharma Matches Record
Indian captain Rohit Sharma has now personally lost 12 straight tosses, equalling Brian Lara’s infamous record. However, India as a team has surpassed it with this unprecedented streak, leaving fans to wonder if it’s merely bad luck or if there’s something more at play.
Unbeaten in the Tournament
Despite the ongoing coin flip curse, India enters the final as the tournament’s only unbeaten team. They have convincingly defeated Bangladesh, Pakistan, New Zealand, and Australia, showcasing their dominance in the tournament.
Team Updates
In a strategic move, India has decided to field an unchanged team, relying on their successful combination to tackle New Zealand. On the contrary, New Zealand faces a setback with pacer Matt Henry ruled out due to a shoulder injury, prompting Nathan Smith to step in as his replacement.
Historical Context
Both teams have a rich history in the Champions Trophy. India’s last title came in 2013, while New Zealand secured their only major ICC limited-overs trophy in 2000, defeating India in the final. As the teams prepare for the big showdown, cricket enthusiasts are eager to see if India can break their toss jinx and claim the coveted trophy.
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