IND vs NZ 3rd Test: Memes Galore Ensues as India Suffers First-Ever Home Whitewash; Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir Under Fire

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India's cricket team suffered an unprecedented 3-0 whitewash on home soil after a 25-run defeat to New Zealand in the third Test at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. New Zealand, under captain Tom Latham, made history.

Thus, they became the first team to clean-sweep India in a three-match Test series on their home turf. New Zealand batted first, posting 235 with crucial contributions from Daryl Mitchell (82) and Will Young (71).

Following this crushing defeat, fans on social media took to Twitter to express their disappointment, with many calling for changes in the team's management and leadership. One frustrated fan tweeted, "Sack Gautam Gambhir as coach we've lost series against Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and now New Zealand. BCCI, it's time to appoint a new coach. Also, Rohit and Virat should consider retirement."

Another disappointed supporter wrote, "Shame on you, team India. Whitewash. We are very disappointed." Memes, criticisms, and reactions continued pouring in as fans processed India's first-ever whitewash at home in a Test series.

Some fans questioned the readiness of India's batting line-up, especially after consistent failures from senior players. This loss also marks the end of India's 12-year unbeaten home Test series record, a historic achievement for New Zealand that leaves Indian fans reeling and the team facing tough questions.

Ravindra Jadeja kept India in the contest, taking five wickets and later showcasing his all-round capabilities. India responded with 263 runs in their first innings, led by Shubman Gill's 90 and Rishabh Pant's 60, taking a slim 28-run lead.

In their second innings, New Zealand fought hard to reach 174, setting India a manageable 147-run target for a consolation win. However, India's top-order quickly crumbled under pressure as Ajaz Patel and Glenn Phillips sliced through the lineup.

Rohit Sharma fell early for 11, with India soon struggling at 29-5. Only Pant put up resistance, scoring a brisk 64 off 57 balls, including nine boundaries and a six. His dismissal, however, proved decisive, as India folded at 121, falling short by 25 runs.