Shawn Mendes made his much-awaited India debut at Lollapalooza 2025 in Mumbai on March 8, creating an unforgettable moment for his fans. The Canadian pop sensation, known for chart-toppers like “Stitches” and “Senorita,” set the crowd on fire when he sported Indian cricket star Virat Kohli’s jersey during his electrifying live performance.
A video circulating on social media captured the thrilling moment, as fans erupted in excitement seeing Mendes pay tribute to the beloved cricket icon. The timing couldn’t have been more perfect, with the Champions Trophy final between India and New Zealand set to take place today.
Mendes kept the energy high throughout the night, delivering a powerful setlist featuring his greatest hits. His performance quickly became one of the standout moments of the ‘Lollapalooza India 2025′ festival, which showcases both international and Indian artists and continues until March 9.
Meanwhile, anticipation is at its peak for the Champions Trophy final. India, undefeated so far in the tournament, will face off against a formidable New Zealand side led by Mitchell Santner. The clash promises to be a thrilling sequel to the 2000 ICC Champions Trophy final, which New Zealand famously won. Indian fans are hopeful for a different outcome this time, especially after India’s convincing 44-run victory over the Kiwis in their last encounter.
In that match, India posted 249 runs in their 50 overs before bowling New Zealand out for 205 in the 46th over. While spinners have been pivotal in the UAE conditions, it was fast bowler Matt Henry who stood out for New Zealand with impressive figures of 5/42. India’s Shreyas Iyer top-scored with a resilient 79 off 98 balls, while Kane Williamson’s valiant 81 off 120 balls for the Kiwis wasn’t enough to see his team through.
India’s spin attack was led by Varun Chakravarthy, whose identical figures of 5/42 in just his second One Day International proved crucial. As the Men in Blue gear up for the much-anticipated final, fans remain hopeful for a historic victory — one that would make Mendes’ jersey tribute even more iconic.