Cricketing trends in Twitter today

Cricketing trends in Twitter saw tweets coming in from all over the world. It was a busy schedule as far as cricketing action was concerned. Courtesy Moeen Ali’s century England ended Day 1 of the 5th Test in Chennai in a strong position. He was wished by former and his fellow cricketers. Another rising star Peter Handscomb struck his maiden Test century against Pakistan at Adelaide and the cricketing world didn’t forget to wish him.

While Gautam Gambhir congratulated Indian Juniors Hockey team on reaching the finals of the Junior World Cup, Jason Holder wished Carribean legend Joel Garner on his birthday. Morne Morkel wished his Titans teammates ahead of the CSA T20 challenge while Suresh Raina hailed Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Dehradun as a well equipped one.

After a disastrous 2nd day for Pakistan, former Zimbabwe player Mpumelelo Mbwanga felt the workers in Brisbane might get extra rest for a couple of days. While legend Sachin Tendulkar wished boxing ace Vijender Singh ahead of his title defence, his former opening partner Virender Sehwag trolled his wife on her birthday.

That said, here are some of the best tweets in today’s edition of Cricketing trends on Twitter today.

1. Gautam Gambhir congratulates Indian Hockey team on reaching the final of Junior World Cup

Congratulations @TheHockeyIndia on reaching the finals of the #JuniorHockeyWorldCup!
To be the best, you have be beat the best! pic.twitter.com/m8fFfazSAL

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) December 16, 2016

2. Mark Ramprakash congratulates Moeen Ali on reaching his 5th Test century

Congrats to @MoeenAli another classy 5th test ton v top opposition! Excellent partnerships with Joe & Jonny, hopefully more day 2 #INDvENG

— Mark Ramprakash (@MarkRamprakash) December 16, 2016

3. Jason Holder calls Joel Garner ‘Grandpa’ on his birthday

Birthday Shout out to a legend of the game aka "Grandpa" also The Manager Mr Joel Garner. Have a great one champ?

— Jason Holder (@Jaseholder98) December 16, 2016

4. David Warner congratulates Peter Handscomb on reaching his maiden Test century

Well done @phandscomb54 on his maiden ? awesome stuff mate. Well done to our bowlers tonight fantastic position ATM.

— David Warner (@davidwarner31) December 16, 2016

5. Morne Morkel wishes his Titans brothers ahead of the CSA T20 Challenge

Massive day on the cricketing calendar.. wanna wish all my @Titans_Cricket brothers the very best.. #BeBlue #CSAT20Challenge

— Morne Morkel (@mornemorkel65) December 16, 2016

6. Suresh Raina hails Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Dehradun as a top notch stadium

(1/2) At the inauguration of Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium Dehradun! Picturesque surroundings and a well equipped stadium.

— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) December 16, 2016

(2/2) Congratulations and best wishes to Uttarakhand government for encouraging rising talent through such initiatives! @harishrawatcmuk

— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) December 16, 2016

7. Mpumelelo Mbangwa feels Brisbane Test workers will get couple of days extra off 

Looks it will be a couple of days off for those working at Brisbane.#AUSvPAK

— Mpumelelo Mbangwa (@mmbangwa) December 16, 2016

8. Virender Sehwag trolls his wife Aarti on her birthday

Happy Birthday Biwi ji @AartiSehwag .#16December ,already a movie on your date of birth.
Sachha pyaar aur 100 ka note Mushkil Se milta hai. pic.twitter.com/KJHTiHCAyh

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 16, 2016

9. Sachin Tendulkar wishes Vijender Singh ahead of his title defense

Wishing you the very best for #NightOfTheChampions. Rock the ring @boxervijender!

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 16, 2016

10. Alex Tudor can’t find Moeen Ali haters after his century

Can't see the @MoeenAli haters on here this morning…I wonder why?? ?? #No4

— Alex Tudor (@alextudorcoach) December 16, 2016

11. Chris Gayle- Cab Anyone? 

Cab anyone? ? https://t.co/vHxTEKx0in

— Chris Gayle (@henrygayle) December 16, 2016

12. Aaron Finch thanks, Flash Photography for his engagement pic

I love this photo from our engagement party last week!! Thank you flash2flash_photography for… https://t.co/521WthkHo2

— Aaron Finch (@AaronFinch5) December 16, 2016

13. Pragyan Ojha is saddened by the death of his childhood coach

For the rest of my life 16th Dec will remind me of a loss that can never be filled! You will be missed sir! RIP PAUL SIR pic.twitter.com/t0k015GW41

— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) December 16, 2016

14. Shane Warne is enjoying his time in the Comm box

Having fun in the Ch 9 @wwos comm box today ! Hope you're all enjoying the telecast & the cricket ? https://t.co/IeT5LISzlH

— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) December 16, 2016

15. Mohammed Kaif salutes Indian Army

On this day, #Pakistani forces surrendered unconditionally to Indian Army during Indo-Pak war of 1971.T Tributes to our Martyrs #VijayDiwas pic.twitter.com/1UgbMQtG6p

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) December 16, 2016