Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour culminates in Delhi on December 15, 2025, turning the capital into football's epicentre. The World Cup legend kicks off with a meet-and-greet, a high-profile meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and a marquee football clinic at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Buzz swirls around potential cameos by Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Shubman Gill alongside Minerva Academy stars. Departing at 7 PM, this grand finale blends inspiration, history, and star power.
Virat Kohli's presence at Lionel Messi's Delhi event on December 15 remains unconfirmed but highly speculated, while MS Dhoni is not expected to attend based on available reports. Recent coverage highlights "possible appearances" by Kohli at Arun Jaitley Stadium, fueled by his
vocal admiration for Messi, but organizers have denied firm commitments, prioritizing Messi's masterclass and PM Modi meeting. Dhoni, linked more to Mumbai rumors, faces scheduling conflicts with his post-retirement commitments.
Delhi Event Overview
Lionel Messi's GOAT India Tour caps at Arun Jaitley Stadium with a fan fest, 7v7 game, and youth clinic starting around 2:15 PM. Key fixtures include Messi's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and felicitation of Minerva Academy players, who won European youth titles this year. No official lineup confirms Kohli or Dhoni, shifting focus to grassroots inspiration.
Kohli-Messi Crossover Chances
Virat Kohli, a self-professed Messi fan, shares striking parallels in chasing perfection under pressure, with Kohli's boundary-hitting mirroring Messi's dribbling genius. Reports tease Kohli's potential drop-in for a skills demo or photo-op, echoing his past cross-sport gestures like praising Ronaldo.
Kohli is reportedly in India after featuring in the recent ODI series against South Africa. If the India stays in the country, there is a possibility that he may grace the event at the capital. But at the moment, it remains a possibility, as nothing is confirmed.
Dhoni's Absence Likely
MS Dhoni, tied to Mumbai's Wankhede event via earlier speculation, skips Delhi per the itineraries emphasizing local football talents. Dhoni's presence in Mumbai on December 14 is also unikely given his other commitments.
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