The Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2023 encounter against the Kolkata Knight Riders was special for the Tendulkar family as Arjun, the family’s youngest member, made his debut in the top T20 league. Arjun and Sachin Tendulkar are now the IPL’s first father-son duo.
Former sportsmen and celebrities praised Arjun on social media following his debut. Arjun bowled two overs of left-arm pace against KKR, conceding 17 runs. Among the rush of wishes, there was one in particular that stood out.
“Well played @mipaltan And so wonderful to see a #Tendulkar back in the #MI line-up. Congratulations #ArjunTendulkar on your debut. @sachin_rt must be so proud,” wrote Abhishek Bachchan after Arjun’s debut game.
“Thank you, Abhishek…and this time, a Tendulkar opened the bowling instead of batting. Also, you were probably the first one to face his bowling when we used to play below our building!” Sachin replied.
Here is Sachin Tendulkar’s tweet
Thank you, Abhishek…and this time, a Tendulkar opened the bowling instead of batting.
Also, you were probably the first one to face his bowling when we used to play below our building! ? https://t.co/sKqSTTH2KJ— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) April 18, 2023
Sachin also took to social media to pen a heartfelt post. “Arjun, today you have taken another important step in your journey as a cricketer. As your father, someone who loves you and is passionate about the game, I know you will continue to give the game the respect it deserves and the game will love you back. (1/2),” the first part of the tweet read.
“You have worked very hard to reach here, and I am sure you will continue to do so. This is the start of a beautiful journey. All the best!” the ex-India opener added in the second part of his tweet.
In the meantime, the five-time champions registered their second win of the season after defeating KKR in the match played at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. They currently stand in eighth place in the points table. In the meantime, they are all set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
