The Tendulkar family has exciting news as Arjun Tendulkar, the son of cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar, is engaged to Saaniya Chandok. Chandok is the granddaughter of Ravi Iqbal Ghai, a successful businessman in Mumbai. The engagement was a private gathering with close family and friends, a private yet noteworthy event.
Arjun, at the age of 25, is making strides in his cricket career. He is a left-arm pacer and can bat well. He plays for Goa in domestic cricket and is a member of the Mumbai Indians team in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Arjun started his career for Mumbai during the 2020/21 season, before moving to Goa, where he made his first-class and List A debuts. He has played 17 red-ball cricket games, with 532 runs, including a century and two fifties, and taking 37 wickets. His IPL career has included five appearances, with three wickets and a best figure of 1/9.
With the Ranji Trophy and a busy domestic season on the horizon, Arjun will again be playing for Goa, while continuing his role at Mumbai Indians in the IPL.
Saaniya Chandok has a background in business, being the granddaughter of Ravi Iqbal Ghai, head of Graviss Hospitality. The Ghai family has deep roots in hospitality, dating back to I.K. Ghai, the founder of Kwality Ice Cream. Graviss Hospitality has expanded globally, with ventures in the Middle East and other regions, including the InterContinental hotel in Mumbai and the dessert brand Brooklyn Creamery.
Saaniya is a Director and Designated Partner of Mr. Paws Pet Spa & Store LLP, a Mumbai-based pet care start-up. Her professional interest also extends to the veterinary field. She is a veterinary technician, after completing a program under WVS.
The engagement has attracted attention in both cricket and business circles. The union of the Tendulkar and Ghai families unites the worlds of sport and hospitality. Arjun is focused on the upcoming cricket season and Saaniya on her career. This news brings a sense of joy for Tendulkar family fans.