Everyone knows that MS Dhoni is a big football fan, but his fans never thought that the great man would appear in an advertisement with Lionel Messi and show off his footballing skills with the Argentine GOAT.
Yes, it has actually happened. In a recent reel shared by the official handle of Lay’s India, Messi is seen doing some light kick-ups before passing the ball to the former Indian skipper, who continues them with ease.
Both players are also seen holding a packet of Lay’s chips in their hands.
Here is the clip of Dhoni with Lionel Messi:
Dhoni and Football – A Love Story That Started Way Back
Dhoni’s love for football isn’t new. In fact, before he became “Captain Cool” of Indian cricket, he was a goalkeeper at his school in Ranchi. That’s where his legendary wicketkeeping journey actually began: his school coach saw how sharp he was under the bar and told him to try cricket. And the rest is history.
But even after becoming a cricketing superstar, Dhoni never let go of football. Whether it’s training sessions with Team India or fun charity matches, he’s always enjoyed kicking the ball around. And let’s not forget, he’s also the co-owner of Chennaiyin FC in the Indian Super League!
Seeing him share the screen with Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest footballer of all time- is just something else. Fans from both sports are going wild, and rightfully so. It’s not just a cool ad; it’s a crossover moment we have never seen before.
Dhoni’s Back As CSK Skipper – One Last Dance?
This year, Dhoni is back as the captain of Chennai Super Kings, and fans couldn’t be happier. With Ruturaj Gaikwad ruled out, the big man has stepped up again for the team. CSK haven’t had the best start to their IPL 2025 campaign, but now, with Dhoni back at the helm, there’s fresh hope.
It feels like one last ride with Thala leading from the front. Can he pull off another miracle and take CSK to a sixth title? If there’s anyone who can, it’s Dhoni.
