Arjun Tendulkar

Arjun Tendulkar
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Born	24 september 1999
Birthplace	Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Occupation: Cricketer (Bowler and All-rounder)
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Website	https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/arjun-tendulkar-1148776

Arjun Tendulkar (born 24 September 1999) is an Indian cricketer, specializing in left-arm fast-medium bowling and left-handed lower-order batting. He is the son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and has established his own career in domestic and franchise cricket.

Early life

Born and raised in Mumbai, Arjun is the son of Sachin Tendulkar and Dr. Anjali Tendulkar. He grew up around cricket and began charting his own path through Mumbai’s youth programs, ultimately representing India in under-19 against Sri Lanka in 2018.

Domestic career

He debuted in T20 cricket for Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy on 15 January 2021, claiming 1 wicket for 34 runs in his first match. In 2022, he transferred to play for Goa in domestic competitions.

On 13 December 2022, Arjun played his first first-class match for Goa in the Ranji Trophy against Rajasthan. He made a century (120 from 207 balls) at No. 7 — a remarkable first-class debut that mirrored his father's similar feat in 1988.

IPL and franchise career

Selected by Mumbai Indians in the 2021 IPL auction, Arjun made his Indian Premier League debut on 16 April 2023 against Kolkata Knight Riders. He picked up his first IPL wicket by dismissing Bhuvneshwar Kumar in a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Playing style

Standing at 6 ft 3 in, his tall frame aids in bounce and swing. While primarily recognized as a bowler, his first-class century underscores his capacity as a lower-order hitter.

Career statistics (as of late 2024)

Format	Matches	Runs	Highest score	Bat Avg	Wickets	Bowl Avg	Best bowling
First-class	17	532	120	23.13	37	33.51	5/25
List A	15	62	16	15.50	21	30.80	4/30
T20	24	119	47	13.22	27	25.07	4/10

Personal life

Arjun’s maternal grandparents include Anand Mehta and Annabel Mehta — his grandmother Annabel being honored in the UK for philanthropic efforts in Mumbai. He remains focused on building a unique identity while honoring his lineage.

Legacy and outlook

While comparisons to his father are inevitable, Arjun’s dual role as a pace bowler and capable batsman hints at a promising all-round future. Analysts and fans alike view him as a developing talent whose early performances suggest potential beyond his famous surname.