Ashes battle: Tendulkar's son joins England at Lord's
“Arjun is as enthusiastic as any 15-year-old would be passionate about cricket in India and Pakistan,” says Wasim Akram.
When England came out to practice during a net-training session at Lord’s, they were joined in by Tendulkar – not Sachin, but his 15-year-old son Arjun.
Arjun Tendulkar is a left-arm seamer and a regular participant at Lord’s indoor school, as the Tendulkar’s residence isn’t quite far from the historic ground.
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| In this photo, Wasim Akram and Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun gesture during a practice session in Mumbai. — Photo: Press Trust of India |
According to cricinfo.com, it was Neil Burns – a former county keeper and a close friend of the Tendulkar’s – who requested English assistant coach if the boy could watch and participate in the team England’s training ahead of their 2nd Ashes Test against Australia.
Arjun also had the privilege of facing Yuvraj Singh in the nets in 2011 when India were preparing to take on Australia for a Test match.
Pakistan bowling great Wasim Akram had also given Arjun some handy tips during this year’s IPL. “He is as enthusiastic as any 15-year-old would be passionate about cricket in India and Pakistan,” Wasim was quoted as saying by NDTV.
“I gave him some general tips about fitness and wrist position. I told him how to bring the ball back into the right-hander. I told him to practice it for three months and then I promised him to teach how to take the ball away from right-handers.”
In pictures: Arjun Tendulkar impresses English batsmen at Lord's
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar with England bowling coach Ottis Gibson during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar bowls in the nets against England's Ben Stokes at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar and England's Alastair Cook. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar shakes hands with England's Ben Stokes during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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| Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar during nets at Lord's. — Reuters |
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Jul 16, 2015 02:54pm
Safaris zindabad
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Jul 16, 2015 02:57pm
Is this even a news ? we have million bigger issues then this
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Jul 16, 2015 03:05pm
That's great but have you ever given such coverage to even any of our young heros. When will we stop considering sons/daughters of a celebrity are qulaified by birth to rule, to play competitive sports and to get media attention. Waseem could also teach these techniques to youngsters who can't afford formal coaching.
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Jul 16, 2015 03:07pm
Just because he is son of Tendulker?
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Jul 16, 2015 03:16pm
To how many Pakistani youngsters Sachin has given batting tips, he should think before sending his kid to Wasim... i have no problem if Wasim has given any tip to any indian kid but he should also go to any pakistani coaching schools in his spare time to pass on free tips to youngsters.
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Jul 16, 2015 03:22pm
Good.Hope this exposure help him to become a top class cricketer.
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Jul 16, 2015 03:31pm
Saw the pics. Nice they were.
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Jul 16, 2015 03:43pm
Tendulkar wants him to play for England cuz too much match fixing in India. He's not even good he will be a flop just like abishab Bachchan son of Amithab Bachchan
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Jul 16, 2015 03:43pm
@Abdul Azim dude Wasim Akran is not doing it for charity...!! he works for Indian IPL and he get paid very well...!! also if any Pakistani kid goes to Sachin for any tips he will readily teach them when Sachin works for an Pakistan cricket league...!!
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Jul 16, 2015 03:51pm
Why are we talking about Daddy's little cutie
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Jul 16, 2015 04:00pm
He has to strive more than any other as being the son of a legend is a baggage in itself. He will be compared to his father at every step and he will be under contant scrutiny and Spotlight. I think that's why he chose bowling rather than batting. Whatever but he will be monitored a lot and will have to face harsh comments too. Good luck Arjun.
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Jul 16, 2015 04:17pm
To All my Indian friends, please excuse the outburst of my Pakistani brothers here. They have never seen anyone getting anywhere on merit and therefore they look at it as if someone is helping Tendulkar's son to rise. The same people, sit at home and don't even raise their voices when they see Bilawal Zardari, Mariam Nawaz and their relatives and friends being given jobs (by their fathers) that will bring about the detsruction of Pakistan. So much noise about a 15 year old boy only shows the igorance Pakistanis and their lack of empathy and understanding. We are brought up to react negatively about anything India and Indians. We can't even use our brains let alone be unbiased on news items such as these. Tendulkar's son must obviously be doing something right to be seen in England as an upcoming star. Sadly, we, in Pakistan can only see everything like that as signs of nepotism which is rife in Pakistan. I am happy to see a 15 year old doing what he likes most.
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Jul 16, 2015 04:27pm
It's good Sachin son is practasing, but my question is will wasim Akrim ever give such attention to Pakistani youngsters, encourage them give any tips to Pakistanis new comers, I don't think so.
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Jul 16, 2015 04:50pm
Nice to see you young man. Do well in future.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:13pm
As someone wrote 'this should not be news' but Wasim please coach the youth at home not the Indians. Yes we the know about the corrupt PCB but just take it on your own to do so.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:16pm
Looks taller than his dad.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:31pm
Another Rohan Gavaskar in the making!!!!!.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:33pm
@Khalid we know brother its very easy to hurt someone but difficult to make some one happy. But sometimes it is difficult to go without replying.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:42pm
Lot of fans comment on the kid getting special attention. But he is just a kid who wants to enjoy the game. People don't understand the amount of pressure the kid has to face just because his father is a world class player.
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Jul 16, 2015 05:53pm
@Abdul Azim Akram earning bread and butter in India, Sachin not in Pakistan!!!
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Jul 16, 2015 05:58pm
@Khalid Awesome Comment Bro !!!!! sometime i feel the same when we Indians comment on Pakistan on all for none.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:03pm
@Tamil Arasan It's called personal relationship with another 'friend' or 'colleague' in same group. At the same time, Wasim is legend, best left arm seamer world ever produced.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:16pm
Would like to see this guy bowl but as far as I can tell from the pictures, it's the same old bookish runup and ball grip, to be an Akram you will have to be genuinely talented and unorthodox. Akram's tips have been of no great use to anyone. You have to be born one.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:29pm
Absolutely glad to see a brilliant youngster availing a great opportunity to gain important experience...
And without a doubt, this news is also a proof of what sifaarish and connections can do.
Dawn's lengthy story shows how, sifaarish, connection, bribary has deeply seeped into the fabrics of two societies in Pakistan and India. Such is the prevelance of this phenomenon that it is not only accepted as a norm but highlighted, appreciated in the name of news, politics etc
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Jul 16, 2015 06:44pm
@Khalid Bhaijaan, I normally dont respond, I am Indian born and raised but settled in US. I really feel sad when I negative views on both side. Believe me I have so many good Pakistani friends and neighbours, we help and support each other where we can. I wish I can eloborate to my country man and anyone who want to lynch an Indian from Pakistan that we are not so different. Wish one day people will understand...........guess not gonna happen in my life time.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:45pm
@Naseer
Let me tell you about Waseem Akram. We were in Selfridges Store in Oxford Street in London and I saw Waseem with a young lady, he was at his prime then. I requested him to let my teenage son meet him. He said, Sure! My family were somewhere and it took a few minutes to find them but Waseem waited. Then he had nice words with my son. After that, he ran across Oxford Street to find the young lady. We were all very impressed with his humility.
I am sure Tendulkar will also willingly pass a few tips to a young Pakistani boy, if asked. I follow cricket and I have never read a bad word about Sachin from anyone. He played the gentlemen's game like a gentleman.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:48pm
Wasim should stick with training our own Pakistanis. You don't see Tendulkar teaching our youngsters how to bat do you?
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Jul 16, 2015 06:49pm
Way to go kid. Work hard and try to be of sound character. I am sure your father will be proud of your accomplishments one day.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:49pm
@Khalid
Well said Sir! You have spoken for many of us.
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Jul 16, 2015 06:50pm
@Khalid Love your comments. You have pin pointed the problem we have in Pakistan. Why are we taking out our frustration at a 15 year old boy who happens to be the son of a cricketing world legend. I am confident that Sachin Tendulkar will return the same favor to Wasim Akram's son, Taimur, if he were ever to ask for batting tips.
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Jul 16, 2015 07:01pm
@Tamil Arasan I bet he will give tip regardless of whether he works for any Pakistan league, he is a good man. His son is a handsome kid - there a lot of kids who practice at Lords believe me !
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Jul 16, 2015 08:12pm
He's a typical, pathetically built Indian. No shoulders to propel that ball with any real speed.
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Jul 16, 2015 08:20pm
It's not worth discussing. Leave the boy alone
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Jul 16, 2015 08:21pm
What is wrong with teaching any kids anywhere?
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Jul 16, 2015 08:33pm
@Armagan Akram You are wrong , Inzzi 's son came to meet Sachin and Sachin did talked and gave the necessary tips. Google it . If you are as great as Sachin you have circle who are all cricketors and obviously they will give the necessary tip.
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Jul 16, 2015 08:58pm
I am an Indian. I have lot of Pakistani friends and I love them. The political issues between countries never effected the friendship. When India play against Pakistan, Yes I always want India to beat Pakistan and my Pakistani friends thinks Vice Versa which is completely fine, Right? Now Sachin and Wasim, both are very gentle. I am sure both of them will help any kids if approached. Sachin as a dad trying to do best for his son and obviously Sachin's son will have more opportunities compare to a normal kid. I don’t think Sachin or Wasim got any special treatment when they were kids. They worked hard and got the place they are now and their kids enjoying that privileges. If I think my son is not getting same treatment as Sachin's son and need to blame someone, I should blame myself. I should have worked hard like Sachin/Wasim and should be in their place. I am sure my friends will do favor to my son if I ask. That is what happening here.
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Jul 16, 2015 09:00pm
With Wasim on his side, he will be in Indian test team quite soon
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Jul 16, 2015 09:37pm
With all the nonsense comments that one should pay no heed to.
It's so overwhelming to see this young kid while growing up seeing you dad. I'm a Pakistani who has no qualms denying Sachin was the greatest batmen from subcontinent. Also, one of the most humble and gentleman player.
I hope this young lad does well, will look forward to seeing you one day against our side.
Best of luck Arjun.
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Jul 16, 2015 09:40pm
This is very good for a young boy to have exposure at such high level. But i am sure there will be 100's of boys at his age both in India and Pakistan better than him, who also needs some hope to excel.Please help them too.
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Jul 16, 2015 09:44pm
@Asif Jamil - Dear Asif and Asad, It boils my blood to see many of us Pakistanis make ALL of us look so bad by letting go of the basic manners. I don't mind a sensible "opposite point of view" but senseless comments without any logic or manners make me cringe. My parents brought me up to respect all religions, all countries, all people, all races. I guess that is what our religion teaches us too but........
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Jul 16, 2015 09:44pm
@Khalid I will excuse them this time. :) Well said Khalid. With people like you there is some hope in Pakistan.
Pakistani by Birth, Indian by Heart.
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Jul 16, 2015 10:11pm
@Khalid please include Reham to the list of people as well. She is running KP government these days. Is that merit?
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Jul 16, 2015 10:13pm
Every kid has right to enjoy life his/ her way.Its not his fault that he was born son of Tendulkar. Imagine the pressure a Jr.Tendulkar or a Jr. Akram will have to bear all their life. Every one has their own struggles, lets not judge a kid here.
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Jul 16, 2015 10:13pm
@Naseer well only if he gets due respect in pakistan
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Jul 16, 2015 10:31pm
good luck son of little master.
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Jul 16, 2015 10:32pm
@Abdul Azim
why make it give n take ?they had opportunity to meet up in IPL so they talked and thats a sportsman spirit. why make it conflict or" i did this but now you do this too"..?? why always pickup fights. ? if anyone approaches tendulkar or kapil dev - they will be more than happy to share experience. in fact - thats what happens in IPL - players from all over the world share ideas beyond selfish views.
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Jul 16, 2015 10:44pm
@expat Agree. They are all the same. I hate all Pakistani politicians.
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Jul 16, 2015 11:58pm
This lad has a very bright future in the sport of cricket as an 'all rounder', since Arjun has "Two Greats"guiding and backing him, "Sachin and Wasim Akram". Wish you luck Arjun.
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Jul 17, 2015 12:44am
Thirsty person go to the well.. and not a vice a versa. So, don't think why Wasim is not willing to go to any pakistani kid or at school or even any current Pakistani player. Its only who requires his expertise should reach to him. have you ever heard that Wasim is unwilling to provide tricks and trade to any Pakistani Player or any body else even ? never. So, don't blame him, I heard him quoting in one of the channel, where in he asked the Pakistani media that what they want him to do.. to go infront of PCB and ask for a job or his charity ?.. so, try and acknowledge the things.
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Jul 17, 2015 12:54am
Don't always have to post bitter comments, it is not good, don't always make competition of every issue.
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Jul 17, 2015 01:36am
@Khalid A truly great comment. Just wish there were more people like you. You are an absolute gem and I hope you can influence people in both countries so we can come closer as brotherly neighbours and help each other to prosper instead of destroying each other.
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Jul 17, 2015 01:43am
Some day he will be in the Indian team not because his talent will warrant it but because he is son of Tendulkar, just like Abhishek Bachhan in the films because his father is Amitabh Bachhan. It shame really. I heard that Arjun started with an opening batsman...what happened to that...why fast bowler? His dad was great player...Arjun can get lot of help from his father..deserved or undeserved.
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Jul 17, 2015 01:48am
money make the mere go
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Jul 17, 2015 01:57am
Good luck..nice to see some one breaking in at such an early age.
I remember the time I was 15...and,all I had were all left thumbs and nothing more!:):)
Good luck Tendulkar Jr.!!!!
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Jul 17, 2015 03:26am
@Armagan Akram I don't understand what you Pakistanis are saying over here about Tendulkar giving tips to your boys. Gus, do you know Waseem Akram Lives in India at least 6 months in a year and makes lot of money? He is bound make good friends in India like tendulkars and Gangulis. What's wrong if he gives few tips to son of his good friend, that too an upcoming player? Can you people say the same about Tendulkar visiting your country? Can your board PCB afford Tendulkar for a day, taking care of his stay, food security and training facilities? We don't treat legends of Pakistan as our enemy. Can your country even imagine hiring an Indian legend as a coach? How naive?
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Jul 17, 2015 06:55am
General comment: PCB is so corrupt that they don't want the services of the great Wasim Akram. They don't need the services of honest cricketer from Pakistan. Only player from Pakistan who has been chosen in world eleven by every big names who has been asked to create a world eleven. He has honestly offered his services for Pakistan youngsters but was never seriously/officially approached by any PCB officials. So shame on PCB & salute to Wasim Akram. I am over 60 years old, living in USA & have met Wasim several times when in my late thirties/forties. He has a very humble personality. Stop fighting on Wasim, my dear Pakistanis & Indian fans. We should love excellent cricketers from both countries, specially the best batsman (Sachin) India produced & best bowler Pakistan had. Musharraf
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Jul 17, 2015 08:39am
I am an Indian and I do have an opposing view. A 15 year old being highlighted so much would unnecessarily put pressure on him. He is just a kid. Let him groom up. He may be the son of Sachin Tendulkar which may give him a break but if he does not perform, he will be out too. Legends like Sachin or Wasim Akram and other cricketing legends are helpful by nature. Media does not cover it when they help other youngsters, so we need to maintain discretion while pushing our frustrations with anyone doing well.
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Jul 17, 2015 08:41am
@Ali Bachlani "Just because he is son of Tendulker?"
Yes. Only because he is son of Tendulker. And how many of us would have bothered to read this article if he was just another ordinary lad.
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Jul 17, 2015 09:00am
Best of luck, young man (Y)
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Jul 17, 2015 10:38am
@TooTrue Have seen Akmal brothers?
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Jul 17, 2015 11:20am
his bowling action seems to be resembles with Mitchell starc
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Jul 17, 2015 11:32am
he looks like son of alaistar cook
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