PR NATION Washington : Soccer superstar Lionel Messi made headlines with a high-profile visit to the White House alongside U.S. President Donald Trump and Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas Santos. The event, held to celebrate Inter Miami’s MLS Cup win, saw Messi presenting Trump with a glittering pink soccer ball, a gesture that drew mixed reactions from fans in Argentina and beyond. Messi’s appearance at the White House contrasts with his usual apolitical image. Unlike his predecessor Diego Maradona, who was vocal about political issues in Latin America, Messi has largely avoided political commentary throughout his career. The visit sparked surprise and some dismay in Argentina, though analysts note it aligns with Messi’s long-term career strategy and deep ties to the Miami community, where he is also a key investor in Inter Miami. During the visit, Messi stood beside Trump while the president discussed foreign policy topics like Iran, Cuba, and Venezuela, offering polite applause. In...
PR NATION Mohali : Ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner expressed confidence in his team’s chances, stating they are ready to take on India and win the trophy, even if it means breaking the hearts of billions of Indian fans. He acknowledged the added pressure on India to perform at home but emphasized that New Zealand is focused on executing its plans effectively. Santner highlighted the importance of taking early Indian wickets, particularly in the top order, to control the game. He praised Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah for his deadly yorkers and bouncers, which have yielded 10 wickets in the tournament so far, and acknowledged the challenge posed by India’s aggressive batting style that maintains high scoring from start to finish. While he has not yet seen the pitch, Santner expects a high-scoring contest and stressed the significance of controlling the run rate. He noted that restricting India t...