India Drops Five Catches in Champions Trophy Final Loss to New Zealand

In the 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand, India's fielding was notably poor, with the team dropping five crucial catches during the match. The errors started with Mohammed Shami dropping a caught and bowled chance, followed by Shreyas Iyer and Rohit Sharma also failing to secure catches, which frustrated both players and fans alike. Notably, Shubman Gill added to the team's woes by dropping another catch, contributing to a total of nine dropped catches throughout the tournament, the most by any team. This dismal fielding performance has raised concerns about India's catching efficiency, which currently ranks among the lowest in the tournament. Despite the dropped chances, India's bowlers managed to restrict New Zealand to 251 runs, but the fielding lapses could prove costly as India prepares to chase the target. The widespread disappointment among fans, including reactions from celebrities like Anushka Sharma, underscores the significance of these errors in a high-stakes final.