India tour
Lionel Messi Participates in Hindu Rituals and Wildlife Conservation Activities During Vantara Visit in India
Dec 17, 2025 02:48 pm CST
Football legend Lionel Messi visited Anant Ambani's Vantara wildlife conservation center in Gujarat's Jamnagar during his GOAT Tour 2025. The Argentine star participated in traditional Hindu rituals including Ganesh Puja and interacted with rescued animals, while a lion cub was named "Lionel" in his honor. Photos of his culturally immersive visit went viral, showcasing the perfect blend of sports, spirituality, and conservation efforts.
Lionel Messi's Planned Meeting with PM Modi: The Jersey Gift That Never Happened
Dec 17, 2025 01:28 am CST
Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi had agreed to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his India tour and had even purchased a special jersey as a birthday gift, reveals former Union Minister Praful Patel. The high-profile meeting never materialized due to scheduling conflicts with the PM's Jordan visit, following Messi's controversial abbreviated appearance at Kolkata's Salt Lake stadium.
Chaos at Kolkata Stadium During Lionel Messi's India Tour Labeled as "Systemic Failure" by West Bengal Governor
Dec 13, 2025 10:59 pm CST
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose condemned the chaotic scenes at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium during football superstar Lionel Messi's brief appearance, calling it a "systemic failure" that humiliated both the state and sporting world. The incident saw angry fans storming the pitch when they couldn't properly see Messi, leading to vandalism and requiring riot control intervention. The event organizer was subsequently arrested as Messi continued his three-city India tour.