GOAT India Tour: India's star spinner Kuldeep Yadav received a once-in-a-lifetime chance as he was seen sharing the same frame along with Lionel Messi as part of the GOAT India Tour 2025. Kuldeep and Renuka Thakur were seen in a special promotional shoot with Messi, along with Rodrigo De Paul, for a sports brand.
Kuldeep Yadav shares a special moment with Messi in India
Kuldeep Yadav is known for his love for football, and meeting Messi was like a dream come true for him. He was seen smiling and enjoyed every moment with Messi.
Messi started his GOAT tour in Kolkata, where he revealed a statue of himself at Salt Lake Stadium. He then participated in a friendly match along with Luis Suarez and Rodrigo.
He then went to Hyderabad and met Telangana CM Revanth Reddy.
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Messi entertained the fans by showing off his brilliant skills and also kicked the ball towards the crowd.
He then went to Mumbai, where he met a few celebrities at the Cricket Club of India at the Wankhede Stadium.
Lionel Messi’s meaningful tour of India
There, he also got a warm welcome from millions of fans, who were seen chanting his name. It became even more special when he met the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Tendulkar gave him a signed Indian jersey from the 2011 World Cup.
He ended his India tour at Vantara, which is an animal rescue and conservation centre started by Anant Ambani. He participated in traditional rituals and was seen spending time with rescued animals, and ended his India tour on a good note.