Sunil Gavaskar has sparked a major debate after openly criticising Lionel Messi over the chaos during his Kolkata visit. The Indian cricket legend questioned whether the football star honoured his commitment to fans who paid heavily to see him. Gavaskar’s comments came after Messi’s brief appearance at Salt Lake Stadium led to fan outrage, violence, and arrests, shifting the spotlight onto accountability and responsibility during high-profile sporting events.
Gavaskar Questions Messi’s Commitment
Sunil Gavaskar pointed out that Lionel Messi’s appearance at Salt Lake Stadium was far shorter than expected, leaving fans disappointed. He stated that if Messi had agreed to stay longer but exited early, the responsibility lay with him and his team. Gavaskar noted there was no security threat and suggested that a simple interaction could have satisfied the crowd.
Gavaskar also defended the event organisers, highlighting that Messi’s appearances in Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi went smoothly. He urged authorities to examine whether commitments were honoured by both sides before placing blame solely on Indian organisers, stressing fairness and accountability in such global events.
