Cricketing Trends on Social Media Today

Chennai Super Kings have suffered multiple blows after travelling to the UAE for the much-awaited IPL 2020. They were struck with the first blow after their multiple members tested positive for coronavirus. To make things worse, their vice-captain Suresh Raina also left for India owing to personal reasons.

It’s been downhill ever since for the Yellow Army as they were again shaken with a third massive blow on Friday. Veteran off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has also decided to pull out of the tournament due to personal reasons. While Raina had returned home after travelling with the team to UAE, Harbhajan had remained in India.

Harbhajan announced his decision on Twitter and even thanked CSK for their support during such a period. Twitter was flooded with tweets about Harbhajan as CSK have been struggling to find a good rhythm before flagging off their IPL 2020 campaign. Fans also debated how CSK will fare in the absence of two veterans– Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh.

Amid these stern times, the Chennai franchise rolled out exciting news for its fans. They gave a glimpse of their brand new cricket jersey while sharing a picture of skipper Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja and Dwayne Bravo.

IPL franchises, meanwhile, continued their trend of sharing photos and videos from their training camps in the UAE. Several teams like Mumbai Indians and Rajasthan Royals shared stills from their net sessions. Many fans also expressed their excitement ahead of the announcement of IPL 2020 schedule. After many delays, the BCCI is expected to roll out the schedule of this year’s IPL season.

1. Gautam Gambhir shares an adorable video with his daughter

Putting my head in the cutest lap in the world, how can there be any stress left! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/DyldvgER9p

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) September 4, 2020

2. Aakash Chopra reacts to Harbhajan Singh’s withdrawal from this year’s IPL

Harbhajan’s decision to pull out of the #IPL is a big bolt for #CSK. Once again, like in Raina’s case, we must respect his privacy. If he wants to share the reasons, he would. No speculation please. 🙏
Meanwhile, #CSK might need a replacement or two now….

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) September 4, 2020

3. Rajasthan Royals share a picture of their young guns

🔥 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 🔥#HallaBol | #RoyalsFamily pic.twitter.com/kjV7WtvE74

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) September 4, 2020

4. Aakash Chopra opines on CSK’s IPL 2020 campaign without Harbhajan and Raina

Adversity either breaks you or makes you break records. How #CSK is viewing the unavailability of two seniors pros will determine the outcome of this #IPL for them. #Raina #Bhajji

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) September 4, 2020

5. S Badrinath reacts to the absence of Raina and Harbhajan 

Harbhajan and Raina offer much more,
Apart from being proven & seasoned pros ,Not many left hander and off spin options in #CSK let’s not forget The left hander is good for a few overs and the offie can Tonk a few #IPL #CricitwithBadri

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) September 4, 2020

6. CSK share the news of Harbhajan Singh opting out from IPL 2020

Harbhajan Singh informed us he won’t be available due to personal reasons. Team Chennai Super Kings is supportive of his decision and stands by him and his family during these testing times.

KS Viswanathan
CEO

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) September 4, 2020

7. Harbhajan Singh announces his decision to pull out from IPL 2020

Dear Friends
I will not be playing IPL this year due to personal reasons.These are difficult times and I would expect some privacy as I spend time with my family. @ChennaiIPL CSK management has been extremely supportive and I wish them a great IPL
Stay safe and Jai Hind

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) September 4, 2020

8. Mohammad Hafeez heaps praise on Haider Ali

Important to Respect & Appreciate the efforts of Youngsters ❤️🤲🏼 Well played @iamhaideraly pic.twitter.com/EGv5EPH4GE

— Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) September 4, 2020

9. Mumbai Indians shares Krunal Pandya’s video from the nets

Net-Set-Go with Sr. Pandya! 🔥#OneFamily #MumbaiIndians #MI #Dream11IPL @krunalpandya24 pic.twitter.com/UuxVkYxCt4

— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 4, 2020

10. Jos Buttler set to face Australia in the T20I series

Looking forward to a big @Vitality_UK IT20 series against Australia! 🦁🦁🦁 pic.twitter.com/h80P2QlZw8

— Jos Buttler (@josbuttler) September 4, 2020

11. Umesh Yadav shares training pictures

One day at a time.💪@RCBTweets pic.twitter.com/ISPrdBKyIA

— Umesh Yaadav (@y_umesh) September 4, 2020

12. CSK unveil their new kit ahead of IPL 2020

The #yellove jerseys for the Super King in you! Now available at https://t.co/bz0igILZio 🦁💛 #WhistlePodu @TheSevenLife_ pic.twitter.com/f5CjlRmN3E

— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) September 4, 2020

13. Aakash Chopra reacts to COVID-19 situation across the country

84k+ cases. Third consecutive day of Losing 1k+ Indian lives to #COVID19. ‘Community transmission’ might be a forbidden word in India but ‘community awareness’ is definitely the need of the hour. Wear your mask 😷 maintain social distancing.
** Issued in India’s interest

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) September 4, 2020

14. Sanjay Manjrekar rates batting units of IPL sides

Right, here we go guys! 😊 As promised, my rating of batting units, if pitches turn in UAE.

1) CSK
2) KXI
3) DC
4) MI
5) RCB
6) KKR
7) SRH
8) RR

Next : Rating of seam attacks on slow, 140/150 average score, pitches.

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) September 4, 2020

15. RCB share a video interview of Virat Kohli

Up close and personal with Virat Kohli who talks about getting back on the cricket field after a long break, the feeling of welcoming a third member to his clan and much more! 🤩#PlayBold #IPL2020 #WeAreChallengershttps://t.co/mdWo6rbdh8

— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) September 1, 2020