Mumbai, Dec. 15 -- The iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai became the epicentre of a global sporting crossover during the highly anticipated GOAT India Tour 2025. On Sunday, football legend Lionel Messi arrived for the second leg of his India visit-accompanied by Inter Miami teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul-and participated in an event that featured a spectacular exchange of mutual respect between global and national sporting royalty.

In a powerful moment that transcended the boundaries of cricket and football, Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar warmly greeted the Argentine superstar and presented him with a special Team India cricket jersey, proudly bearing the iconic No. 10. The heartfelt gesture was met with massive cheers ...