IPL 2026 retentions: Sara Tendulkar reacts as brother Arjun moves to Lucknow Super Giants from Mumbai Indians
Sarah Tendulkar shared a warm and emotional reaction to his brother Arjun Tendulkar’s transfer from Mumbai Indians (MI) to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the 2026 IPL season.
Sara Tendulkar sends heartfelt message after Arjun confirms move to Lucknow Super Giants
Moments after the Lucknow Super Giants announced their decision on social media, Sara responded with a simple yet loving message: “I love uuuu” – expressing his full support as he begins a new phase of his IPL journey.
Her reaction quickly gained traction online, with fans appreciating the brotherly bond and Sara’s heartfelt encouragement for Arjun’s new beginning.
Arjun Tendulkar’s limited chances at MI lead to trade decision
Arjun, son of the legendary Sachin Tendulkarmade his IPL debut in 2023, but struggled to get consistent playing time with the Mumbai Indians in the following seasons.
During his time at MI, Arjun played five matches and took three wickets, showing glimpses of promise with the ball. However, strong competition within Mumbai’s pacey attack has meant he has spent most of the last two seasons on the bench.
With opportunities drying up, MI swapped Arjun for LSG for INR 30 lakh. The transfer was confirmed ahead of the IPL 2026 retention deadline.
Arjun set to make a fresh start at LSG
Arjun’s move to LSG is widely seen as a crucial reset in his career. Lucknow, known for its well-structured bowling plans and strong development system, can provide the platform Arjun needs to evolve into a reliable bowling all-rounder.
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LSG’s pace setup, backed by experienced coaches and a balanced squad, should provide Arjun with more game time and exposure. Cricket experts like Aakash Chopra and Mohammad Kaif believe that the move could prove beneficial for both the player and the franchise:
- Greater gaming opportunities
- Access to a strong mentoring group
- Ability to work with a tactical and data-driven coaching approach
With IPL teams increasingly investing in young, fast Indians, Arjun’s growth over the next season could be crucial in defining his long-term T20 career.
The current LSG team: Abdul Samad, Aiden Markram, Akash Singh, Arshin Kulkarni, Avesh Khan, Ayush Badoni, Digvesh Rathi, Himmat Singh, Manimaran Siddharth, Matthew Breetzke, Mayank Yadav, Mitchell Marsh, Mohsin Khan, Nicholas Pooran, Prince Yadav, Rishabh Pant (captain), Shahbaz Ahmed, Arjun Tendulkar (traded from MI), Mohammed Shami (traded from SRH).
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