Ed Sheeran’s India tour has been more than just concerts; he’s immersed himself in the culture, from playing football with John Abraham to riding scooters with Arijit Singh. 1 His adventures and collaborations with Indian artists have sparked fan speculation that he might even consider moving to India permanently.
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Ed Sheeran, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, is making the most of his India tour, not just with mesmerizing concerts but also by fully embracing Indian culture and experiences. The singer kickstarted his Mathematics India tour in Pune on January 30, delivering a spellbinding performance. Since then, he has toured cities like Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Shillong, and more, leaving fans awestruck not only by his music but also by his adventures off-stage.
Football Match With John Abraham in Shillong.
In Shillong, Ed Sheeran surprised everyone by playing a football match with Bollywood actor John Abraham, a well-known football enthusiast. John’s wife, Priya Abraham, shared pictures from the match on Instagram, showing the couple posing with Ed. While John and Priya wore white t-shirts, Ed opted for a blue jersey. The highlight of the game was Ed Sheeran visiting a local girls’ football club in Shillong and gifting pink t-shirts to the team.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Ed captioned one of the photos, “@thejohnabraham is an @ipswichtown fan now.” This unexpected collaboration had fans commenting about the “most unexpected collab of 2025” and how “Ed Sheeran is everywhere.”
Ed Sheeran’s Adventures Across India
The Shillong match was just one of many adventures Ed Sheeran has enjoyed during his India tour. His third “India dump” on Instagram featured glimpses of his football match, a scooter ride with singer Arijit Singh in Jiaganj, West Bengal, and an emotional moment wearing a Rajasthan Royals jersey in tribute to the late Shane Warne.
Ed’s midnight scooter ride with Arijit Singh became an instant hit among fans. The duo rode through Jiaganj for nearly five hours, exploring dusty streets, deserted riverbanks, and even taking a boat ride on the Bhagirathi River.
In his Instagram photo series, Ed included captions like: High-fiving random fans in the streets. Exploring Jiaganj with Arijit Singh. Unwinding after his shows by watching football. Wearing a Rajasthan Royals jersey in memory of Shane Warne. Taking his father out for Indian food in Mumbai.
Music Meets Culture
The Mathematics tour has not only been about music. In Chennai, Ed performed with music maestro A.R. Rahman, creating an unforgettable experience for fans. At his Bengaluru concert, he joined singer Shilpa Rao to perform Chuttamalle from Devara, further strengthening his connection with Indian music.
A Memorable Tour Comes to an End
Ed Sheeran’s India tour, promoted by AEG Presents Asia and BookMyShow Live, will conclude with a performance in Delhi on February 15. His unique blend of music, football, and adventure has made this tour one of his most memorable yet.
From visiting football clubs in Shillong to midnight scooter rides in West Bengal, Ed Sheeran has left a lasting impression on his Indian fans. Many joked on social media that he deserves an Aadhaar Card for how seamlessly he has blended into India. As one fan put it: “I wouldn’t be surprised if Ed Sheeran moves to India permanently!”
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