New Delhi: Lionel Messi and MS Dhoni are more than just sporting legends; they are cultural icons whose fan bases transcend borders and generations. Despite being in the twilight of their respective careers in football and cricket, their popularity continues to soar, proving that their influence extends far beyond the pitch.
So, when these two collaborated for a Lay’s ad shoot, it was bound to go viral. The video, posted by Lay’s India’s official handle and featuring the star duo side-by-side, neared a million likes in just one day. They addressed the collab as the G.O.A.T. of all crossovers.
Both players have achieved tremendous success in their fields, and their accomplishments command immense respect. While MS Dhoni is the only Indian cricket team captain to have won the ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup, and Champions Trophy, and also led the Test team to the No.1 ranking, Messi’s achievements with both Argentina and Barcelona are legendary.
“Thala,” as Dhoni is affectionately known, currently leads Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, having won the coveted trophy five times (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, 2023). Dhoni is also the sixth-highest run-scorer in IPL history, boasting 24 half-centuries and a highest score of 84*. He holds the distinction of being the most successful wicketkeeper-batter in the competition’s history.
Recently, Dhoni broke Pravin Tambe’s 11-year-old IPL record, becoming the oldest player to receive the Player of the Match (POTM) award at 43 years and 280 days. Meanwhile, Messi leads Major League Soccer club Inter Miami, having helped them secure their first Supporters’ Shield and surpassing Gonzalo Higuain for the most goal contributions in the club’s history.
What next?
Both Lionel Messi and MS Dhoni are scheduled to be in action next on Sunday, 20th April. Messi will lead Inter Miami against Columbus, while Dhoni will lead CSK against the Mumbai Indians.
MS Dhoni and Lionel Messi team up for a Lay’s ad shoot, uniting cricket and football fans worldwide. Check out how the iconic duo broke the internet! Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
