A memorable and emotional moment in the history of sports was witnessed at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, when Sachin Tendulkar, known as the Lord of Cricket, presented his iconic number 10 ODI jersey to one of the greatest football players, Lionel Messi. This special moment during the GOAT Tour 2025 was nothing short of a dream come true for sports lovers, where two of the biggest icons of cricket and football came together on one stage.
A historic meeting of two great players at the Wankhede
Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede stadium erupted into thunderous applause on Sunday when Sachin Tendulkar and Lionel Messi appeared together. It was the occasion of Messi’s GOAT Tour 2025, which gave Indian sports fans a rare opportunity to witness two giants of their respective sports up close. Sachin Tendulkar, known to the world as the “Master Blaster”, himself stepped forward and handed over his famous number 10 ODI jersey to Messi. This jersey was not only a piece of cloth, but also a symbol of the golden age of Indian cricket.
Special connection of number 10
What makes this moment even more special is the same jersey number 10 of both the players. The presenter drew attention to this historical similarity from the stage, after which thousands of spectators in the stadium celebrated the moment with loud applause. As iconic as Sachin Tendulkar’s number 10 is in cricket, the same identity is associated with Lionel Messi’s name in football. Both have made this number a symbol of greatness in their respective sports.
GOAT Tour 2025 special stop in India
Lionel Messi’s GOAT Tour 2025 has turned out to be a special experience for his fans worldwide. Its organization in India is considered a big achievement in itself. Messi’s presence in historic stadiums like the Wankhede further cemented Indian sporting culture on the global stage. This event also showed that the boundaries of the game may be different, but the language of greatness is the same.
The presence of Sunil Chhetri added to the beauty
Sunil Chhetri, one of the biggest stars of Indian football, was also present on this special occasion. Chhetri was wearing a Barcelona club jersey with the number 10 and Lionel Messi’s name written on the back. This scene shows the relationship of respect and inspiration between Indian football and global football. Chhetri’s presence also conveyed the message that Messi is not just an international icon, but a source of inspiration for Indian footballers as well.