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KL Rahul walked away from Virat Kohli's suggestion, trusted a superstition to end India's miserable toss losing streak

December 6, 2025

KL Rahul ended India's 20-match ODI toss losing streak by winning the toss against South Africa, opting to bowl first. This victory came after a long period of misfortune where India lost every toss over the span of more than two years, marking a significant turnaround for the team.

KL Rahul speaks with team's bowling coach Morne Morkel after the toss before the start of the third one-day international

Credit: Hindustantimes

Key Highlights

India's ODI toss losing streak lasted 20 matches.
KL Rahul won the toss for the first time as captain against South Africa.
The last successful toss win for India in ODIs was during the 2023 World Cup semi-final.
Tilak Varma was included in the playing XI, replacing Washington Sundar.
The victory was characterized by a left-handed flick, deviating from the norm.

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KL Rahul walked away from Virat Kohli's suggestion, trusted a superstition to end India's miserable toss losing streak

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