MUMBAI, INDIA: Darren Watkins, widely recognized as IShowSpeed, displayed clear discomfort as Indian fans playfully and persistently chanted "Messi is the GOAT."
It's worth noting that Speed is currently in the limelight for entertaining his audience with lively streams from India, featuring a range of amusing moments including donning traditional Indian attire.
Notably, Speed gained widespread attention for being a die-hard fan of Cristiano Ronaldo after an encounter with his idol in June.
Taking advantage of Speed's well-known admiration for Ronaldo, Indian fans playfully teased him with the name of another football luminary, Lionel Messi.
IShowSpeed's livestream moments with fans in India
In a vibrant livestream clip featuring IShowSpeed surrounded by a crowd of enthusiastic Indian fans, he was observed capturing moments to share on his social media accounts.
IShowSpeed was dressed in a traditional Indian wedding ensemble, donning a kurti, pants, and a hat in a combination of maroon and sandy hues.
While striking poses for the camera, fans surrounded IShowSpeed, chanting "Messi is the GOAT, Messi is the GOAT."
In response, IShowSpeed, with a somewhat frustrated tone, replied, "Shut up, Ronaldo is the goat, bro."
Fans then playfully echoed Speed's signature 'barking' sound. Subsequently, they were prompted to graciously shake hands with him.
Remarkably, accompanied by his security guard and cameraman, IShowSpeed proceeded to meet a young fan girl, capturing a heartwarming photograph with her.
Upon hearing his name called by fans, he appeared astonished and swiftly shifted into a joyful mode.
Fans joined in singing IShowSpeed's favorite song, 'Tunak Tunak,' creating a celebration that reverberated across social media platforms, especially after Speed collaborated with the song's original singer, Daler Mehndi.
In their collaboration, IShowSpeed joined the Indian singer Mehndi in a rendition of the song, causing a sensation on the internet.
Significantly, another fan even mimicked Speed's signature 'sui' move, inspired by his idol player, Cristiano Ronaldo. Livestream clips showcased IShowSpeed's widespread popularity in India, with fans enthusiastically following his every move.
Internet reacts to IShowSpeed's livestream clip
Upon watching the livestream clip featuring IShowSpeed in traditional attire, many fans flocked to the comment section to share their perspectives.
One fan claimed, "Bro decided to become a groom and roam around India. ?"
Another fan said, "We all know he loves Ronaldo... and speed never disappoints others.."
A fan said, "Bro he is famous all over the world every star knows him."
One more user claimed, "Exactly they were trying to get on his nerves to get a reaction... It's like making sounds in a zoo to irritate animals..all they want is a reaction at the expense of someone else's frustration."
While another said, "Bro really went global. All Ws to speed."
One user claimed, "Deep inside he loves Messi bruh"
