Indias Toss Troubles Continue: Can Rohit Sharma Break the Streak in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final Against New Zealand?

India's inability to win the toss has become a notable trend, with 14 consecutive losses, including the World Cup final in Ahmedabad on November 19, 2023. Despite this, the team has managed nine wins, four losses, and one tie, showcasing their resilience. The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where the final will be played, has seen India lose all four tosses, yet they have emerged victorious in each game.

The absence of dew in the air or on the ground has reduced the advantage of batting second, a factor that has historically favored the chasing team at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Mike Hesson, a former New Zealand coach, believes the toss is not a significant factor in this tournament, stating, "I think that's great" for the teams. However, he notes that Varun Chakaravarthy, the player of the match in the previous game against New Zealand, would be difficult to pick under the lights, potentially giving India an advantage if they bat first.

Kane Williamson, who scored a century in the semifinal against South Africa, acknowledges the different conditions at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium but hopes for a competitive match. He refuses to buy into the argument that India have had an advantage by playing all games in Dubai, stating, "It is what it is." The stage is set for an exciting final, with both teams looking to claim the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 title. Will Rohit Sharma's toss call be the turning point, or will India's streak continue? The world will be watching as these two cricketing giants clash in the desert.