Cricketing trends in Twitter today

Published - 18 Jan 2016, 21:31 IST | Updated - 18 Jan 2016, 21:31 IST

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The cricketing trends in Twitter today was buzzing with tweets from cricketers around the world. Sir Ian Botham was enjoying his wild safari. Steve Finn was ruled out of the the Basil D’Oliviera series. Ryan Haris tweeted his support for Lleyton Hewitt.

Chris Gayle today equaled the record for the fastest fifty in T20s after he smashed a 12-ball half-century for Renegades. Darren Sammy and Nathan Bracken along with many others congratulated him on this feat. James Taylor shared a funny banner while Kevin Pietersen tweeted a picture of fans enjoying Tennis as well as cricket sitting at one place.

Craig Kieswetter shared a lovely picture while Matt Prior today spent the day with Factor Bikes. Rohit Sharma clicked a selfie with his wife at the airport. Dwayne Bravo shared a video message with his fans before the Renegade-Strikers game. Travis Head, who displayed his bowling skills, was the newest inclusion in Shane Warne’s playing XI.

1. Who will win the contest quizes Botham

Who wins this contest…….??@LeopardHills @OlympusUK pic.twitter.com/rHJSPkGxsi
— Ian Botham (@BeefyBotham) January 18, 2016

2. Steve Finn is again injured, ruled out of the series

Disappointed to be out of the rest of this South Africa tour. Have loved every minute. Bloomin' injuries. Hopefully not too long out.
— Steven Finn (@finnysteve) January 18, 2016

3. Chris Gayle had a blast today in Melbourne

And tonight showed why @henrygayle is the most explosive opening bat in T20 cricket.
— Nathan Bracken (@NBRACKEN142) January 18, 2016

4. Gayle storm hits Etihad Stadium

@henrygayle I didn't see it but I know the umpires bowlers and fielders must have been scared for their lives #gayleforce @BBL @tensporttv
— Daren Sammy (@darrensammy88) January 18, 2016

5. A huge campaign ahead for Mitchell McClenaghan

Really excited to be joining @Middlesex_CCC for the upcoming @NatWestT20Blast – pumped for a huge campaign with a very exciting team.
— Mitchell McClenaghan (@Mitch_Savage) January 18, 2016

6. Shane Warne predicts his eleven for the World T20

T Head just bowled himself into the starting 11 #T/20 WC #BBL05
Warner
Finch
SMarsh
Smith
Maxwell
Head
Wade
Faulkner
Pattinson
Tye
Tait
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) January 18, 2016

7. Fans ask for James Taylor’s shirt size

?? https://t.co/m29J5YH8bm
— James Taylor (@jamestaylor20) January 18, 2016

8. Fans enjoy two games at once in the stadium

Unreal stadium…a certain section of the crowd can watch the tennis or cricket LIVE whilst sat in their seats! pic.twitter.com/OA45pBAxS2
— KP (@KP24) January 18, 2016

9. That’s a faboulous ride

Exciting day for all involved with @FactorBikes as they launch today. Coming soon to the UK. Good luck guys! pic.twitter.com/N8yHzL3VKo
— Matt Prior (@MattPrior13) January 18, 2016

10. Magic is something that you make

Magic is something you make. pic.twitter.com/M1uQOuYM1s
— Craig Kieswetter (@kiesy_22) January 18, 2016

11. DJ Bravo shares a video ahead of the important game

All my @RenegadesBBL fans you'll ready? Big game today in 2 hours. Follow the action on @GetGameOn app. #Champion pic.twitter.com/xjsxNn3jxu
— Dwayne DJ Bravo (@DJBravo47) January 18, 2016

12. Never a dull moment

Never a dull moment with this crazy #AirportSwag https://t.co/Kk4ONWQyb9
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) January 18, 2016

13. The football fan inside Mahela Jayawardene

Good win for @ManUtd against @LFC. Back on track. ???
— Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) January 17, 2016

14. Ryan Harris supports Lleyton Hewitt

All the best to Aussie legend @lleytonhewitt on his final Aussie open! Australia are behind you! #cmon #cmonaussie
— Ryan Harris (@r_harris413) January 17, 2016

15. Nerves of steel