A rare generational showdown took place in Alur, Karnataka, as Arjun Tendulkar and Samit Dravid, sons of cricketing legends Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, faced off in the K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament. The highlight of the match came when Arjun Tendulkar claimed Samit Dravid’s wicket, delighting fans and underlining the competitive intensity of this youth-focused competition.
Samit Dravid made a brief but notable contribution, scoring nine runs off 26 balls with two well-timed boundaries—one racing to long-off and the other piercing the covers. However, his innings ended when Arjun Tendulkar struck, and Kashab Bakle took a clean catch at the field.
The tournament features some of Karnataka’s finest domestic talent, including players who have recently toured England, such as Karun Nair and Prasidh Krishna. These matches serve as a vital platform for young cricketers to sharpen their skills and gain match practice ahead of the 2025-26 Ranji Trophy season, helping them assess form, fitness, and readiness for India’s premier domestic competition.
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Arjun Tendulkar, who has represented Goa in domestic cricket and is a regular member of the Mumbai Indians camp in the Indian Premier League, continues to gain valuable experience through such fixtures. Though his opportunities in the 2024 IPL season were limited, performances like this build confidence and prepare him for high-stakes domestic cricket.
Rahul Dravid’s son Samit Dravid was dismissed by Sachin Tendulkar’s son Arjun Tendulkar, today, in the K.Thimmapaiah Trophy conducted by the KSCA. pic.twitter.com/66XYApit2M
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Despite early setbacks, the KSCA Secretary XI remains in a competitive position, thanks mainly to wicketkeeper-batter Kruthik Krishna, whose resilient half-century helped reduce the deficit to just under 150 runs and offered hope for a comeback.
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This thrilling encounter between Arjun Tendulkar and Samit Dravid was more than just a fan spectacle—it offered a glimpse into India’s cricketing future. With the Ranji Trophy season approaching, performances in the K Thimmappiah Memorial Tournament will be closely monitored by selectors and coaches searching for the next generation of domestic stars.
