Arjun Tendulkar, who made the move from Mumbai Indians to Lucknow Super Giants in search of more opportunities, is still waiting for his breakthrough moment in the playing XI during the ongoing IPL 2026. The call to select a squad member ultimately rests with team management, but Tendulkar has been trying to do everything within his control to make that decision an easy one—especially by turning the nets into a statement of intent for LSG. While match impact is the clearest route to a place in the side, his current form in training has been turning plenty of heads inside the set-up and beyond.
The 26-year-old has captured widespread attention online after a viral clip surfaced from a practice session, where he bowled with striking precision and delivered yorkers that looked ruthlessly difficult to negotiate. In the footage, Tendulkar repeatedly hits the blockhole with textbook accuracy, and the pressure he applies is palpable. Even established batters, including Lucknow captain Rishabh Pant, are shown struggling to find a comfortable answer as the pace and placement leave little room for mistakes.
The intensity of the session was hard to miss, with Tendulkar not easing off even when bowling to his own teammates. Pant, in particular, was forced to stay alert—literally on his toes—as a steady barrage of yorkers demanded the kind of defensive mindset that only top-level bowling can create. The message from the nets looked clear: if selection is about readiness, Tendulkar is presenting himself as ready and willing to take on the toughest spells.
Unsurprisingly, the accuracy has sparked a wave of support from fans on social media, many of whom have questioned why the left-arm pacer is still not getting a consistent run in the XI. The debate has only grown since Tendulkar’s switch to Lucknow ahead of the 2026 season following his time with Mumbai Indians, with supporters pointing to the sharpness of his line and length as evidence that he could be ready for IPL pressure.
Behind the scenes, Tendulkar has been working closely with the coaching staff and senior players to sharpen his execution and fine-tune his skills. Yuvraj Singh, the legendary India all-rounder, recently highlighted the youngster’s commitment, praising his sharpness and saying he brings a strong dedication to the game. For Tendulkar, who has already shown his all-round potential during the domestic season for Goa, these net performances hint at a player moving closer to the demands of IPL cricket—where a single spell can change how quickly a team starts trusting a new option.
With Lucknow scheduled to take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on April 9, the team management may face a tempting decision. If his practice-work carries over into match conditions, Tendulkar’s “secret weapon” narrative could finally shift from viral hype to something closer to reality.
