Cricketing Trends on social media today

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is into its 9th day, and needless to say, it has dominated social media conversations in the cricketing world even today. Aakash Chopra has suggested a few changes that the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) side has to make for their clash against the Mumbai Indians (MI).

Also, Shubman Gill is getting ready for Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) outfit. Meanwhile, today is a dark day in the world of Tamil Cinema, as renowned comedian Vivekh breathed his last at the age of 59. And, the likes of Vijay Shankar and Subramaniam Badrinath have offered their condolences.

Today is also the birthday of Ayaan Pathan, the son of Yusuf Pathan, and senior Pathan has wished his son on his special day. Meanwhile, it looks like Brett Lee is performing the role of a hairdresser with aplomb. After he performed a haircut to Scott Styris, Lee has rendered the same service to former England cricketer Graeme Swann as well. Meanwhile, today marks the 49th birthday of Sri Lankan cricketing legend Muttiah Muralitharan, and Siddharth Kaul has wished the off-spinner on his birthday. And finally, Ravindra Jadeja has wished his wife a very happy anniversary.

Right, let us begin then….

1. RP Singh feels that the contest between Kieron Pollard and Rashid Khan will be the key

Four changes by @SunRisers looks too many. However, I think contest between Rashid Khan and Pollard-Pandya will be key. #SRHvsMI #MIvsSRH

— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) April 17, 2021

2. Aakash Chopra suggests a few changes that the SRH side has to make

4 changes. Mujeeb plays. Virat Singh…a talented southpaw from Jharkhand makes his IPL debut. Open with Pandey ji? Abhishek plays too. Khaleel for Natarajan….that’s the one that intrigues me the most. #MIvSRH #SRH

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) April 17, 2021

3. Irfan Pathan wants everyone to stay together

At the time of need only your neighbours, your friends. Your fellow Indian will help you. Don’t fight. Stay together. If this pandemic haven’t taught us nothing will.

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 17, 2021

4. Shubman Gill gearing up for the match between KKR and RCB

Mind over matter. pic.twitter.com/N8Iwlii6u2

— Shubman Gill (@RealShubmanGill) April 17, 2021

5. Yusuf Pathan wishes his son on his birthday

It's beautiful to see a little more of me in you with each passing year. Wishing my dear son Ayaan a very happy birthday. pic.twitter.com/cYkr9l3OU3

— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) April 17, 2021

6. Aakash Chopra predicts his ideal SRH playing XI

How’s this XI for #SRH?

1.Warner ✈️
2.Priyam Garg
3.Pandey
4.Bairstow ✈️
5.Kedar
6.Samad
7.Abhishek S
8.Rashid ✈️
9.Mujeeb ✈️
10.Bhuvneshwar
11.Natarajan

Only one change for #MI Piyush C or Jayant Yadav for Marco Jansen. #MIvSRH #IPL2021

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) April 17, 2021

7. T. Natarajan pays homage to actor Vivekh

Rest in peace vivek sir !!💔 We miss u !!#RIPVivekSir pic.twitter.com/Ilc0z04RFa

— Natarajan (@Natarajan_91) April 17, 2021

8. Subramaniam Badrinath offers his condolences on actor Vivekh’s death

There was a hidden message in his comedy a versatile actor , thank you for all the entertainment over the years ,condolences to his family & friends #ripvivek #விவேக்

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) April 17, 2021

9. Vijay Shankar wants Vivekh to Rest in Peace

#RIPVivekSir pic.twitter.com/FuUGyuCbiU

— Vijay Shankar (@vijayshankar260) April 17, 2021

10. Brett Lee does some hairdressing work for Graeme Swann

What a legend @BrettLee_58 is pic.twitter.com/P9YDtbdGlb

— Graeme Swann (@Swannyg66) April 17, 2021

11. Ravindra Jadeja wishes his wife on their 5th wedding anniversary

Happy 5th anniversary to us!! Let’s continue this journey with peace n love ❤️ pic.twitter.com/4s1OcJrL38

— Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) April 17, 2021

12. Washington Sundar shocked to hear about the passing away of Vivekh

Shocked beyond words to hear the passing away of @Actor_Vivek. You were an epitome of energy who made us all laugh so much and made our childhood so memorable. Your greatness will live through your trees you planted. My prayers and strength to your family. #RIPVivekSir

— Washington Sundar (@Sundarwashi5) April 17, 2021

13. Siddharth Kaul wishes Muttiah Muralitharan on his birthday

Wishing the legend #muttiahmuralitharan Sir A Very Happy Birthday. Have a super safe and healthy year ahead. pic.twitter.com/ZLiAjNwOev

— Siddharth Kaul (@iamsidkaul) April 17, 2021

14. Fakhar Zaman congratulates the Pakistan side for their exploits in South Africa

Congratulations everyone on the successful tour. Specially to the skipper @babarazam258 on everything. Long way to go. pic.twitter.com/rjvQVM46oO

— Fakhar Zaman (@FakharZamanLive) April 16, 2021

15. Azhar Ali extends his congratulations to the Pakistan side for their victory over South Africa

Congratulations Pakistan 🇵🇰 historical tour of SA job very well done team green… 👏👏👏@TheRealPCBMedia @TheRealPCB #SAvsPAK pic.twitter.com/pg6n0NG1rp

— Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) April 16, 2021