Sachin Tendulkar shared a heartfelt message on social media after his son, Arjun Tendulkar, made his IPL debut for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Saturday. Despite LSG’s defeat in the match, Arjun made an immediate impact with the ball, dismissing Punjab Kings (PBKS) opener Prabhsimran Singh. The 26-year-old finished his spell with figures of 1/36 in four overs.
Tendulkar’s pride in Arjun’s temperament
In his viral post, Sachin underlined not just Arjun’s performance, but also the mindset he showed throughout IPL 2026. He praised the way his son carried himself during the season, highlighting that Arjun trusted his ability, remained calm and composed, and worked hard quietly while waiting for the right chance to arrive.
Sachin’s message read:
“Well done, Arjun. Proud of the way you’ve carried yourself through this season, always believing in your ability, staying patient, working hard quietly, and remaining positive despite having to wait for your opportunity till the very last match. Cricket tests patience as much as skill, and you handled both beautifully today. Keep your feet on the ground, and continue being in love with the game like you always have. Love you always.”
He also echoed the same sentiment again, ending with “Well done, Arjun,” followed by the same appreciation for Arjun’s patience, hard work, positivity, and calmness through the season.
Debut details: chance with the bat, impact with the ball
With LSG eliminated from contention for the IPL 2026 playoffs, Arjun received an opportunity in the franchise’s last league game of the season. He got to bat five balls and scored 5 runs.
While his batting cameo was brief, Arjun’s bowling spell drew the most attention. As a left-arm pacer, he kept things tight and delivered an economical spell, ending with an economy rate of 9—lower than any of his teammates.
- LSG were out of the IPL 2026 playoffs race before this final league match.
- Arjun batted five deliveries, scoring 5 runs.
- He returned bowling figures of 1/36 in four overs.
- His economy rate was 9, the best among LSG bowlers in the match.
Key moment: Prabhsimran’s wicket and the LBW breakthrough
The post also pointed to how close Arjun came to striking immediately. He would have removed Prabhsimran in his very first over, but a chance went down when Rishabh Pant dropped a difficult opportunity.
Arjun finally broke through in his third over. He dismissed Prabhsimran by getting him out LBW, using a yorker that was described as toe-crushing.
- Arjun nearly struck in his first over, but Rishabh Pant dropped a sitter.
- He took the wicket in his third over, trapping Prabhsimran LBW.
- The dismissal came off a yorker.
Why this season matters: Arjun’s move from Mumbai to Lucknow
IPL 2026 is a milestone for Arjun as it is his first season with a franchise other than Mumbai Indians (MI). Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, he was traded from MI to LSG, setting up this debut moment with a new team.
- IPL 2026 is Arjun’s first franchise season away from Mumbai Indians.
- He was moved from MI to LSG ahead of the IPL 2026 auction.
- He made his LSG debut in the final league game of the season.
