[WATCH] “Papa toh 1310-1315 se khelte the”: Arjun Tendulkar’s Fun Exchange With Rishabh Pant Goes Viral

All-rounder Arjun Tendulkar had a relaxed and friendly chat with his Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant during a training session before IPL 2026. LSG will start their season against Delhi Capitals on April 1.

During the conversation, Pant asked Arjun about the weight of his bat. Arjun said it weighs 1220 grams. Pant then asked what advantage a heavier bat gives. Arjun explained it and also mentioned that his father, the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, always preferred using a heavy bat.

“1220. Touch karo hi jaata hai. Papa toh 1310-1315 se khelte the. 1200 se halka main jata nahi hoon (1220. It travels just if you touch. Dad used to play with 1310-1315. I do not go for anything below 1200),” Arjun said.

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Rishabh Pant also appreciated Arjun Tendulkar for his dedication to cricket. Arjun recently got married to Saaniya Chandhok, and just a day after his wedding, he was back on the field training with the legendary Yuvraj Singh.

“Yuvi pa ke saath you were also practising? Yuvi pa ke saath full-time. Shaadi ke agle din hi? You’re so enthu bhai (You were also practising with Yuvraj? Full-time with Yuvraj. The next day after the wedding itself? You’re so enthu brother),” Pant said.

The day after his wedding, Arjun Tendulkar played for DY Patil Blue in the semifinal of the DY Patil T20 Cup 2026 on March 6.

Arjun Tendulkar eyes bigger role with Lucknow Super Giants

Ahead of the IPL 2026 auction, Arjun Tendulkar was moved from Mumbai Indians to Lucknow Super Giants. So far, he hasn’t had many chances in the IPL to prove himself.

He was part of Mumbai Indians for five years from 2021, but only got to play in the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Even then, he featured in just five matches in total and picked up three wickets.

Now, as he starts this new chapter, Arjun will be hoping for more opportunities with LSG. Recently, he has been in good form, putting in strong all-round performances in the DY Patil T20 Cup.

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