Messi’s Timeless Surprise: A $1.1 Million Gift Drops in India
18 December 2025
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi received a rare, luxurious gift during his recent visit to India: a fine watch presented by Anant Ambani, the son of billionaire Mukesh Ambani, at the end of a three-day tour across several Indian cities.
Anant Ambani gave Messi a Richard Mille 003-V2 GMT Turbillon Asia edition, one of the world’s rarest timepieces, with only twelve units released.
Astronomical Price
The watch is valued at about $1.1 million, though some reports place it at $1.206 million. Messi wore it immediately upon receiving the gift.
The gesture came as Messi visited the Fantara Wildlife Rescue Center, owned by the Ambani family, during his visit.
He wrapped up his trip by posting thanks to Indian fans on Instagram, listing Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, and expressing hope for a bright football future in India.
Tour Wrap-Up and Reactions
The gesture has sparked chatter about luxury items in football and the growing Indian interest in the sport, especially as India’s football scene looks to rise on the world stage.
Punchlines: If time is money, Messi just bought a premium timepiece that runs on goals and coffee. And if deadlines start chasing him, he can always tell them to wait for a kickoff.
