Yograj Singh Says Arjun Tendulkar Can Become Next Chris Gayle: Arjun Tendulkar, the son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, might have a massive future ahead of him, especially if he trains under Yuvraj Singh. This surprising and exciting statement was made by none other than Yuvraj’s father, Yograj Singh, who himself has been a mentor to Arjun in the past.
Yograj strongly believes that Arjun has the potential to turn into a powerful batter like Chris Gayle if Yuvraj trains him for just three months. At the moment, Arjun is part of the Mumbai Indians squad for IPL 2025, but he hasn’t played a match this season. Still, the discussions around his skills and future are heating up.
All You Need to Know
- Yograj Singh earlier trained Arjun when he switched from Mumbai to play domestic cricket for Goa.
- Yograj wants Arjun to focus more on batting rather than bowling.
- He says if Yuvraj trains him, Arjun can become the next “Chris Gayle”.
- Arjun was bought for ₹30 lakh in IPL 2025 auction but hasn’t played a match yet.
- In recent domestic tournaments, Arjun’s form has been mixed.
- Yograj also spoke about issues in Indian cricket where real talent sometimes gets ignored.
Why Yograj Feels Arjun Should Train Under Yuvraj
According to Yograj, Arjun’s real strength lies in his batting, but his focus has been more on bowling. Yograj explained that young bowlers often suffer injuries like stress fractures, which affect their long-term bowling abilities. That’s why he feels Arjun should now shift his focus and work on becoming a top-level batter.
Yograj is confident that Yuvraj, who is very close to Sachin, can guide Arjun and completely change his game in just three months. He said, “If Yuvraj trains Arjun, he can become the next Chris Gayle. He has that potential.”
Arjun’s Performance in Domestic Cricket
Arjun’s recent domestic performance has been average with the bat but impressive with the ball. In the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 season, he picked up 16 wickets from four matches with one five-wicket haul. However, he scored only 51 runs in three innings. In the Vijay Hazare Trophy, he scored 40 runs from two innings and took four wickets in three matches.
In the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25, Arjun scored just 21 runs from two games and took only one wicket. Despite the inconsistent performances, Yograj feels a strong batting mentor like Yuvraj could transform him.
Yograj on Talent Ignored in Indian Cricket
In the same interview, Yograj shared an old story about how even talented players like Abhishek Sharma were misunderstood during early selections. He said Yuvraj had once asked for Abhishek’s stats, and officials listed him as only a bowler. But Abhishek already had 24 centuries. “This is the problem,” Yograj added, “Some people feel jealous and don’t support young talent.”
What This Means for Arjun’s Future
Yograj’s comments may spark a fresh conversation in Indian cricket circles. Arjun has a big name to live up to, but with the right training and mindset, he could become a dangerous batter. If Yuvraj does decide to mentor Arjun, we might see a completely different side of the youngster.
For now, fans will be hoping to see Arjun in action soon, either in the IPL or other domestic matches. Whether he becomes the next Chris Gayle or not, one thing is sure—he’s got all eyes on him.
FAQs
Who is Arjun Tendulkar?
He is the son of Sachin Tendulkar and a cricketer currently with Mumbai Indians.
What did Yograj Singh say about him?
He said Arjun can become the next Chris Gayle if Yuvraj Singh trains him.
What is Arjun’s role in cricket?
He is an all-rounder but Yograj believes he should focus more on batting.
Is Arjun playing in IPL 2025?
He is in the Mumbai Indians squad but hasn’t played any match yet this season.
How was Arjun’s recent domestic season?
He performed well as a bowler in the Ranji Trophy but struggled with the bat.
