Indian captains to lose most home Test matches

Virat Kohli assumed the role of Test captain in late 2014 and guided the team through 31 home Tests. During his tenure, India achieved triumph in 24 matches, with only 2 defeats - one against Australia and the other against England.

Under Sachin's leadership, India competed in 12 test matches on home soil. They emerged victorious in only four of these matches, while facing defeat in three others, with the remaining five matches ending in draws.

Sourav Ganguly, a former opener, is celebrated for instilling fearlessness and a strong belief in winning within Indian cricket. During his tenure as captain, Ganguly led the Indian side in 21 test matches on home soil. Under his leadership, India emerged victorious in 10 tests, faced three losses, and saw eight matches end in a draw. 

MS Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished Indian cricket captains in history. His leadership skills were exemplified by guiding India to victory in three prestigious ICC white-ball tournaments: the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy.

During Dhoni's tenure as captain, India demonstrated remarkable success in test matches played on home soil. Out of the 31 home test matches under his leadership, India emerged victorious in 21 games, with only three losses and six draws. However, a notable setback in Dhoni's otherwise stellar record was the series defeat to England in 2012.

The legendary spinner Bishan Singh Bedi captained the Indian side in only eight test matches at home. Under his leadership, the team suffered three defeats and emerged victorious in three matches. The remaining two tests ended in draws.

The 1983 World Cup-winning captain, Kapil Dev, had a disappointing record as the Indian captain in test cricket on home soil. Out of 20 matches played in India under his leadership, the team managed to win only two games and suffered four defeats. The remaining 13 matches ended in draws, with one match resulting in a tie.

Former batsman Mohammad Azharuddin boasts an impressive record as India's test captain. During his tenure, India excelled particularly in home matches.

Azharuddin led India in 20 test matches on home soil, achieving a remarkable 12 victories, three draws, and only four losses. 

Rohit Sharma's performance as a test captain has faced scrutiny, particularly following India's recent series loss at home to New Zealand, marking the first defeat in 12 years.

Under Rohit Sharma's tenure as captain in 16 test matches on home soil, India suffered five losses, secured 10 victories, and ended one match in a draw.

The late Indian cricketer, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, holds the record for the most test matches lost as an Indian captain on home soil.

Pataudi led India in 27 home test matches, with the team winning six games, suffering nine defeats, and drawing 12 tests.