Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan and his wife Safa Baig quietly became one of the most talked-about couples at the pre-wedding celebrations of Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok in Mumbai on March 3. The party was already full of big names from the cricket world – not surprising, since it was hosted by Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali Tendulkar. There was music, laughter, cameras everywhere. But amid all that buzz, people kept glancing at Irfan and Safa. Their outfits looked elegant, yes, but it was those luxury watches peeking out from their sleeves that really caught everyone’s eye.Irfan kept things simple and very classic. He went with a light blue kurta-pyjama set and threw on a Nehru jacket over it. The jacket had a soft floral texture and just a hint of shine, which made the whole look feel a bit more dressed up without being loud. With his neatly trimmed beard and slick hair, he looked relaxed but sharp – exactly the kind of outfit you’d wear to a stylish evening celebration.Safa Baig, who usually stays away from the spotlight, looked graceful the moment she walked in. She wore an olive-green gown inspired by the abaya style, and it shimmered softly under the lights. The dress had gentle ruffle details and she paired it with a silk headscarf in the same shade, which framed her face beautifully. Her makeup was kept very natural – glowing skin, light eyeliner, and a soft pink lip. Instead of loading up on jewellery, she chose just one standout piece: a diamond necklace that added a bit of sparkle without overpowering the look.But honestly, the biggest conversation starter of the evening wasn’t the clothes.It was the watches.Both Irfan and Safa were wearing Rolex timepieces, and together they’re worth more than ₹44 lakh. Safa’s watch was the Rolex Lady-Datejust President 28mm, made in 18-carat yellow gold. The dial was silver with diamond detailing, and it came with the brand’s signature President bracelet. According to the brand’s official listing, the watch costs around ₹33.17 lakh – definitely the kind of piece that stands out quietly. Irfan’s watch complemented hers nicely. He wore a Rolex Datejust 41mm with a fluted bezel and a bold blue dial. The diamond hour markers added a little sparkle, while the Jubilee bracelet kept the design classic and timeless. That particular model is priced at roughly ₹11 lakh.
Mumbai: Cricketer Arjun Tendulkar and Saaniya Chandhok, center, during their mehendi and sangeet ceremony, in Mumbai. Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, left, his wife Anjali Tendulkar, third left, daughter Sara Tendulkar, second left, and others are also seen. (PTI Photo)(PTI03_03_2026_000398B)
The celebration itself was part of the run-up to Arjun Tendulkar’s wedding with Saaniya Chandhok, which is reportedly set to take place on March 5, 2026. The guest list looked like a mini reunion of cricket legends. Names like Zaheer Khan, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh were also spotted enjoying the festivities.And while the night was really about celebrating the soon-to-be-married couple, Irfan Pathan and Safa Baig ended up creating a style moment of their own. Nothing over the top. Just elegant outfits, calm confidence, and a little touch of luxury on the wrist. Sometimes that’s all it takes.
