In an unprecedented sporting spectacle, football legend Lionel Messi is set to grace Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium on December 14, 2025, not with a football but a cricket bat.
The Argentine World Cup winner is slated to participate in a seven-a-side cricket match, potentially facing off against Indian cricket icons MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma.
This unique event, organized by a prominent event agency, promises to blend the worlds of football and cricket, captivating fans across India.
Messi’s visit is part of a promotional tour spanning December 13-15, covering Mumbai, New Delhi, and Kolkata.
This marks his second trip to India, following a friendly match in Kolkata in 2011.
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has been approached to reserve Wankhede Stadium, with logistics being finalized to ensure a seamless event.
Messi will be at Wankhede on December 14, likely playing a cricket match with former and current cricketers,” an MCA source confirmed to The Indian Express.
The idea of Messi, a 38-year-old Inter Miami star and global football icon, wielding a cricket bat against cricketing giants like MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli has sparked immense excitement.
While Messi’s cricketing skills remain untested, his athletic prowess and competitive spirit could make for a thrilling display.
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