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Mumbai Event Secured as Messi's Kolkata Schedule Hangs in Balance

MCA approval secures a ticketed Messi event at Wankhede Stadium, with the Cricket Association of Bengal reporting no official notice on Eden Gardens plans.

Overview

  • The Mumbai Cricket Association approved a ticketed Lionel Messi event at Wankhede Stadium on December 14.
  • Organisers intend to host football workshops and a GOAT Cup tournament in Kolkata, but the Cricket Association of Bengal says it has not received formal notification for Eden Gardens activities.
  • The promotional tour spans Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi from December 13 to 15 and will feature youth football clinics alongside exhibition matches.
  • Organisers are in talks to include a seven-a-side cricket exhibition match at Wankhede involving MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli and other stars, though logistics remain under discussion.
  • An October–November friendly in Kerala announced by the state sports minister has been suspended because sponsorship and scheduling hurdles remain unresolved.