Legendary India batter Sachin Tendulkar revealed that he had by no means watched his son Arjun Tendulkar play in a aggressive match earlier than the 23-year-old made his IPL debut for Mumbai Indians towards Kolkata Knight Riders on the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday.
“This was a brand new expertise for me. Until now, I’ve not really gone and watched him play,” Tendulkar stated in a video posted on IPL Twitter deal with.
“I simply wished him to have that freedom to exit and specific himself no matter he wished to do. And at this time additionally I sat within the dressing room as a result of I didn’t need him to let him transfer away from his plans and begin trying on the mega display right here and out of the blue realised that I used to be watching there. I used to be inside,” he stated.
Arjun Tendulkar made his IPL debut for @mipaltan on Sunday because the legendary @sachin_rt watched his son from the confines of the dressing room 👏🏻👏🏻
Right here is the father-son duo expressing their feelings after what was a proud second for the Tendulkar family👌🏻 – By @28anand pic.twitter.com/Lb6isgA6eH
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 17, 2023
Sachin and Arjun grew to become the primary father-son duo to play within the IPL.
Arjun, at this time you have got taken one other vital step in your journey as a cricketer. As your father, somebody who loves you and is passionate concerning the recreation, I do know you’ll proceed to provide the sport the respect it deserves and the sport will love you again. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/a0SVVW7EhT
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 16, 2023
“It’s a distinct feeling as a result of 2008 was the primary season for me and 16 years down the road, he performs for a similar staff. Not unhealthy,” added Tendulkar Sr.
🎥 A special day 👏 👏
That second when Arjun Tendulkar acquired his @mipaltan cap from @ImRo45 👍 👍
Comply with the match ▶️ https://t.co/CcXVDhfzmi#TATAIPL | #MIvKKR pic.twitter.com/cmH6jMJRxg
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 16, 2023
Arjun Tendulkar bowled two overs for 17 runs within the match and acquired his debut cap from Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma.
“It was an amazing second, particular to play for them I’ve supported since 2008, and it was very good to get the cap from MI and the Indian staff,” stated Arjun.