Cricketing Trends on Social Media today

The cricketing trends on social media revolved around a number of events. India and New Zealand are all set to lock horns in the opening Test at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, starting February 21. Prior to the game, the Black Caps have been dealt with a blow as Neil Wagner won’t be a part of the squad. The left-arm speedster has been awaiting the birth of his first child. In Wagner’s place, fast bowler Matt Henry has been called up as a cover.

Sanjay Manjrekar,the former Indian cricketer and current commentator, feels that the Kiwis would be missing the X-factor in their bowling due to Wagner’s absence. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad is all set to witness the largest cricket stadium in the world. The newly reconstructed Motera Stadium will be on Monday, February 24 in the presence of Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a number of renowned former cricketers.

Meanwhile, the 2020 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is set to get underway on February 20. The opening game is scheduled to be played between the Islamabad United and defending champions Quetta Gladiators at the National Stadium in Karachi. Pakistan Test skipper Azhar Ali celebrated his birthday and on the auspicious occasion, a number of cricketers wished him. Kagiso Rabada is all set for their home campaign against Australia.

1. Neil Wagner would be a big miss for New Zealand, says Sanjay Manjrekar

Big. His modus operandi is so different from most bowlers. The X factor would be missing from the attack. Plus guys who don’t enjoy the short stuff would be a bit relieved. 😊 https://t.co/4Zo2DpgduX

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) February 19, 2020

2. A stylish Krunal Pandya

😎 pic.twitter.com/bCydzJYCRL

— Krunal Pandya (@krunalpandya24) February 19, 2020

3. Shakib Al Hasan spending some quality time with his daughter Alaina

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4. Rohit Sharma raring to play at the Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad

Looks amazing heard so much about it, can’t wait to play there @BCCI 😁 https://t.co/0bb5rLpSGr

— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) February 19, 2020

5. Azhar Ali wishes his wife on anniversary

13 years of love and laughter cant thank Almighty enough… happy anniversary to us😊 pic.twitter.com/Pp9Ms4Hlcd

— Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) February 19, 2020

6. Saeed Ajmal eagerly waiting for the 2020 PSL to start

Last day before PSL starts, enjoying with some of @IsbUnited boys pic.twitter.com/1lsMTFHBgC

— Saeed Ajmal (@REALsaeedajmal) February 19, 2020

7. Kusal Mendis flaunts his new jersey number

#New number for new beginnings 😊 pic.twitter.com/lMsQsEbp23

— Kusal Mendis (@kusalmendis13) February 19, 2020

8. Bilawal Bhatti wishes Azhar Ali on birthday

Happy birthday @AzharAli_ bhai🎂🎂🎂

— Bilawal bhatti (@007Bilawal) February 19, 2020

9. Jofra Archer asking for a break from rain

Rain give me a break please

— Jofra Archer (@JofraArcher) February 19, 2020

10. Michael Vaughan compares the Motera Stadium with Headingley

Almost as good as Headingley !!!! https://t.co/zO4qvLPUar

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) February 19, 2020

11. Cheteshwar Pujara looking forward to his county stint for Gloucestershire

Looking forward 👍 https://t.co/QtFAEmMAv1

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) February 19, 2020

12. Kagiso Rabada ready for series against Australia

Touchdown JHB 🛬 Refreshed and ready to get straight back to work 🏏

— Kagiso Rabada (@KagisoRabada25) February 19, 2020

13. Sourav Ganguly on Dadagiri Unlimited

The show goes on .. amazing participants ⁦@ZEE5Bangla⁩ pic.twitter.com/jj2tPvCvqb

— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) February 19, 2020

14. Danielle Wyatt’s hilarious message on Jasprit Bumrah

No no it’s @FreyaRuth not Bumrah 🤣 https://t.co/y69F3vs0Uc

— Danielle Wyatt (@Danni_Wyatt) February 19, 2020

15. KL Rahul in best company

in best company #tb ❤️ @jatinsapru pic.twitter.com/jTjnc2wlPz

— K L Rahul (@klrahul11) February 19, 2020