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Xtra Time Web Desk: India’s cricket fortress finally showed a crack after 69 years as New Zealand clinched a historic 2-0 Test series win on Indian soil, with a decisive 113-run victory in Pune today (October 26). This loss snapped India’s impressive 18-series home winning streak and exposed gaps in both their batting and bowling departments.

In his post-match press conference, Skipper Rohit Sharma struck a candid tone, saying, “12 saal mein ek baar toh allowed hai yaar.” The lighthearted remark quickly went viral, reflecting the rarity and magnitude of India's home dominance and acknowledging that occasional setbacks are part of the game.

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Rohit refrained from blaming individual players, attributing the loss to a “collective failure” as the team struggled to exert pressure on the visitors. He also credited New Zealand’s disciplined approach for keeping India on the back foot throughout the series.

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India’s batting struggles were a key concern, as they failed to post competitive totals, ultimately falling short by 113 runs. Rohit and the team will have a chance to bounce back in the third Test of the series in Mumbai.