The Economic Times

Can India break 2023 ODI WC curse in T20 World Cup Final vs New Zealand? Fans in panic mode ahead of Mar 8 clash

Ahmedabad Curse: Despite a historic victory over England at the Wankhede, Indian cricket fans are gripped by anxiety as the team heads to the Narendra Modi Stadium for the T20 World Cup 2026 final on March 8. Dubbed the Ahmedabad Curse, this superstition stems from Indias history of losing massive winning streaks and high-pressure ICC knockouts at this specific venue, most notably the 2023 ODI World Cup final.