The IPL world is buzzing after Arjun Tendulkar officially left Mumbai Indians and completed a major move to Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) ahead of the IPL 2026 Retention deadline. MI traded the young all-rounder at his existing fee of ₹30 lakh, opening up a fresh chapter in the rising cricketer’s journey. Fans are now eager to see how Arjun Tendulkar performs with his new team.
A New Beginning For Arjun Tendulkar
First picked by MI in the 2021 auction, Arjun Tendulkar made his IPL debut in 2023. Over the past few seasons, he has played five IPL matches, taking three wickets with an economy of 9.37. His shift to LSG is being hailed as a smart opportunity for him to gain more consistent match time and develop under a different team environment.
Mumbai Indians posted an emotional farewell message, thanking Arjun Tendulkar for his contribution and wishing him luck for the next stage of his career. They also highlighted how proud they were to be part of his early development in the IPL.
MI Bring Back Mayank Markande
Along with this major development, MI also completed the trade of leg-spinner Mayank Markande from KKR. Markande, who began his IPL journey with MI in 2018, returns to the franchise at his existing fee of ₹30 lakh. Having taken 37 wickets in 37 matches, the spinner’s comeback is expected to strengthen MI’s bowling department, especially after bidding goodbye to Arjun Tendulkar.
This trade window has clearly signaled a strategic reshuffle for Mumbai Indians as they prepare for a new phase ahead of IPL 2026.
FAQs
Q1: Which team will Arjun Tendulkar play for in IPL 2026?
A: Arjun Tendulkar will play for Lucknow Super Giants after being traded from MI.
Q2: Why did Mumbai Indians release Arjun Tendulkar?
A: MI made strategic squad changes, and releasing Arjun Tendulkar aligned with their restructuring plans.
Q3: How much did LSG pay to acquire Arjun Tendulkar?
A: LSG signed Arjun Tendulkar at his existing IPL fee of ₹30 lakh.
Q4: Which other major trade did MI complete alongside Arjun’s move?
A: MI brought back leg-spinner Mayank Markande from KKR.
