Rohit Sharma’s luck at the toss continues to nosedive, as he lost yet another toss in the Champions Trophy 2025 clash against New Zealand. This marks his 10th consecutive toss loss as captain, and India’s 13th straight toss loss in ODIs, putting the team in an unwanted record streak.
With this streak, Rohit has now entered the list of captains with the most consecutive toss losses in ODI history. He trails only Brian Lara and Peter Borren, who lost 12 and 11 tosses in a row, respectively.
Most consecutive tosses lost by a captain in ODIs:
1️⃣ Brian Lara (West Indies) – 12 (Oct 1998 – May 1999)
2️⃣ Peter Borren (Netherlands) – 11 (Mar 2011 – Aug 2013)
3️⃣ Rohit Sharma (India) – 10 (Nov 2023 – Mar 2025)
The streak is now one of the biggest talking points, with fans joking about whether Rohit should consider switching hands or trying out new superstitions. While tosses are purely luck-based, they play a crucial role in setting up match strategies, especially in a high-stakes tournament like the Champions Trophy.
Interestingly, despite the poor toss record, India has performed exceptionally well in ODIs under Rohit’s captaincy. The team has adapted to different situations, showing resilience regardless of whether they bat first or chase.
With the semifinals coming up, fans will be watching closely to see if Rohit’s misfortune at the toss finally takes a turn. Will he break the streak in the knockout rounds, or will he edge closer to Brian Lara’s all-time record?
