Lionel Messi to Play Cricket Match in India on December 14

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Lionel Messi, one of the world's most renowned football players, may soon trade his football skills for cricket prowess. As part of a promotional tour of India, Messi is expected to visit Mumbai on December 14. He may participate in a seven-a-side cricket match at the Wankhede Stadium, which could feature former and current cricketers such as MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar. This visit will mark Messi's second trip to India in 14 years, following his previous visit in 2011 to play an international friendly against Venezuela.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lionel Messi, an Argentine football legend, may play a cricket match in India on December 14.
  • The match is expected to take place at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai and may feature former and current cricketers such as MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar.
  • Messi is on a promotional tour of India, which will also see him visit New Delhi and Kolkata.
  • This will be Messi's second visit to India in 14 years, after his previous visit in 2011 to play an international friendly against Venezuela.
  • Messi currently plays for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami and is aiming to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • The India visit was initially planned to feature a friendly match in October, but it has been put on hold.

Statistics:

  • Messi's age: 38 years old.
  • Number of FIFA World Cups in which Messi has played: 4 (2006, 2010, 2014, and 2022).
  • Year in which Messi led Argentina to the FIFA World Cup title: 2022.
  • Month in which Messi is expected to visit India: December.
  • Day on which the cricket match is expected to take place: December 14.

Sources:

  • The Indian Express
  • Contify.com