Cricketing Trends on Social Media today

The cricketing trends on social media revolved around a number of events. New Zealand avenged their T20I series loss by registering a four-wicket victory against India in the first ODI at Seddon Park. Shreyas Iyer’s ton coupled with KL Rahul’s quick-fire knock helped India in posting a massive total of 347 runs.

Just when everyone thought that the world would witness yet another Kiwi collapse, Ross Taylor stepped up on the occasion and smashed a ton to steer his side to the victory. After getting humiliated in the T20I series, Black Caps have retaliated by going 1-0 up in the series. Several cricketers and fans extended wishes to the New Zealand side for a dominant performance.

Ross Taylor, who stole the show at Seddon Park, reacted on his stellar performance after the match. The Kiwi batsman acknowledged the support he got from Henry Nicholls and Tom Latham and termed the victory as a satisfying one.

Meanwhile, wishes also galore for Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who celebrated his 30th birthday. Many individuals from the cricketing fraternity extended wishes to the bowler including Sachin Tendulkar and Ishant Sharma. Australia veteran Darren Lehmann also celebrated his 50th birthday.

Rohit Sharma, who was unfortunate to suffer an injury ahead of the ODI and Test series against New Zealand, is currently undergoing the recovery process. BCCI shared a picture on Twitter while wishing the Indian opener a speedy recovery.

India U19, who decimated Pakistan U19 to cruise into the finals of the U19 World Cup, received praise across the globe. Mithali Raj also extended wishes to the Indian colts for their impressive performance in the semi-finals.

1. Mayank Agarwal looks happy after getting an opportunity to play for Team India in ODIs

Eternally grateful for this opportunity to play ODIs for India. Gutted with the loss, but we shall strive harder to win the next two games! 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/jF8H4EjHqS

— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) February 5, 2020

2. Mohammad Kaif impressed with the performance of New Zealand

Mighty impressed with NZ today. Chasing 347 without Williamson is quite a feat. But then that's what we've come to expect from a side that always punches above their weight, without having a host of superstars in their line-up.

Still back India to make it 2-1 though #NZvIND

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) February 5, 2020

3. RP Singh wishes Bhuvneshwar Kumar on his special day

जन्म-दिन की ढेर सारी शुभकामनायें @BhuviOfficial ! हमेशा फिट रहो, खुश रहो और विरोधी टीमों की गिल्लियां बिखेरते रहो… Have a great day and wonderful year ahead..#BhuvneshwarKumar #HappyBirthdayBhuvi pic.twitter.com/77WOvzvwct

— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) February 5, 2020

4. Yuzvendra Chahal says Well done to Mayank Agarwal and Prithvi Shaw

Well done brothers 🤗🇮🇳 @PrithviShaw @mayankcricket pic.twitter.com/BlyDeM6zpI

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) February 5, 2020

5. Shahid Afridi feels honoured for celebrating Afridi day 

I’m both honoured and humbled to have this day named after me in Port Arthur, Texas. Thank you so much for your continued love #AfridiDay https://t.co/vH6NArB5bF

— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) February 5, 2020

6. Michael Vaughan is happy to be at Dakotahotel

Great to pop into the dakotahotel_mcr to sample the 4 @declaration_gin cocktails .. If I say so myself they are worth a sample or 2 .. Cheers matt.townley & tomcust !!! #Gin #Manchester #Hotel #Cocktail @ Dakota… https://t.co/HSqM6TJ2xG

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) February 5, 2020

7. Wriddhiman Saha congratulates Rashid Khan

Congratulations 👍👍👍

— Wriddhiman Saha (@Wriddhipops) February 5, 2020

8. Harbhajan Singh wishes Happy Birthday to Abhishek Bachchan

Happy birthday brother @juniorbachchan have a great year ahead.. see you soon 🤗🤗

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 5, 2020

9. Hardik Pandya looks forward to getting more success in the future

There’s a lot more to my success than what meets the eye. Victory is an everyday goal, and the hustle is constant. After all, you get out what you put in. #GulfPowerWithin

Visit https://t.co/DleLN7igaD to know more. @GulfOilIndia pic.twitter.com/bGetTPyEpB

— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) February 5, 2020

10. Abhinav Mukund says thanks to Ravichandran Ashwin for his sweet gesture

Thanks ash. 🙏

— Abhinav mukund (@mukundabhinav) February 5, 2020

11. Aakash Chopra says thanks to one of his fan for sharing a beautiful poetry

Correct. Thank You ☺️ https://t.co/hpA3ovClfE

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 5, 2020

12. Harbhajan Singh wishes Happy Birthday to Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Happy birthday @BhuviOfficial god bless you

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) February 5, 2020

13. Mithali Raj shares his wishes for India Under-19 for qualifying into the finals of Under-19 World Cup

Many congratulations to the boys in blue for making it to the finals of the #ICCU19WC . Good luck for the finals #cuphamarahai 🇮🇳 https://t.co/mIuppwIRKe

— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) February 5, 2020

14. Ross Taylor delighted with the performance of the team against India in 1st ODI

Delighted for the team tonight! Awesome to bat with Henry & Tom to achieve a really satisfying win. Love playing at Seddon Park (thanks KJ). Next stop Eden Park 🏏 #NZvIND @ Seddon Park https://t.co/IHsM80G74h

— Ross Taylor (@RossLTaylor) February 5, 2020

15. Brett Lee looks happy for Rashid Khan 

Happy for you champion 🙏🏻 https://t.co/aJ31nHC4FF

— Brett Lee (@BrettLee_58) February 5, 2020