Friday, May 08
Chaos marred Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit as overcrowding and poor crowd control led to his early departure from Salt Lake Stadium. Fans expressed anger and disappointment, with the Chief Minister issuing an apology and ordering an inquiry. Messi's GOAT India Tour continues to Hyderabad, Mumbai, and New Delhi, with organizers now under pressure to ensure smooth events.
Shubman Gill faces a crucial three-match trial against South Africa to secure his T20 World Cup spot. With Suryakumar Yadav also under scrutiny, the Indian top-order needs a significant turnaround. The team management grapples with batting order confusion and selection dilemmas, including the potential exclusion of key spinner Kuldeep Yadav, as they aim to find form before the global tournament.
Fans erupted in chaos and vandalized the Salt Lake Stadium after Lionel Messi's early departure from the GOAT Tour event in Kolkata. Spectators, having paid hefty sums, expressed fury over the mismanagement and inability to see the football legend, demanding refunds and calling the event a scam.
