Historic 3-0 Series Loss to New Zealand Marks India’s First Clean Sweep at Home Since 1934
India suffers a historic 3-0 series loss to New Zealand, marking the first time since 1934 that a team has achieved a clean sweep in a three-match Test series on Indian soil. This unprecedented defeat raises questions about the team's future.
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Historic Low for India: 3-0 Series Loss to New Zealand Marks First Clean Sweep at Home Since 1934
In a remarkable turn of events, New Zealand secured a historic 3-0 series victory over India, marking the first time any team has achieved a clean sweep in a three-match Test series on Indian soil.
The dramatic finale of the third Test saw India poised for a potential comeback until a controversial dismissal of Rishabh Pant disrupted their momentum. Until that point, Pant had been the backbone of India’s innings, scoring 64 runs off 57 balls. However, his exit triggered a rapid collapse, with India losing five wickets for just 29 runs.
New Zealand's victory not only solidified their status in cricket history but also marked India’s first home series loss since 1934 when they faced England. In that series, India suffered a 2-0 defeat, making this clean sweep even more significant.
Throughout cricket history, only three teams—England, Australia, and the West Indies—have previously managed to whitewash India in a series of three or more Tests. This achievement is particularly notable for New Zealand, who had never before won three Tests in a series, whether at home or away.
In the third Test, India began strong, posting 263 runs after bowling New Zealand out for 235. In their second innings, the spin duo of Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin claimed eight wickets, limiting New Zealand to 174 runs. Despite the promising start, India’s batting crumbled under pressure, leaving them unable to chase down the target.
With this series loss, the Indian team faces serious questions moving forward as they look to rebuild and regain their footing in international cricket.
