Messi In India | Revanth Reddy Braces For Face-Off With Lionel Messi

While most of his constituents are winding down for the night, Telangana chief minister A. Revanth Reddy is lacing up his boots. Sources close to the chief minister confirm that Reddy, an ardent football enthusiast, has been diligently "burning the midnight oil", often starting his practice sessions around 11:30 PM, after completing a demanding schedule of official duties. The late-night regimen is in preparation for arguably the most anticipated sports event in the state's calendar: a friendly exhibition match on December 13, 2025, against the Argentine legend, Lionel Messi, as part of the "G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025".