Cricketing Trends on Social Media today

Here's how the cricketing fraternity spent their day on social media.

Published - 02 Nov 2018, 20:20 IST | Updated - 02 Nov 2018, 20:20 IST

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The cricketing trends on social media today revolved around various events including the birthday of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan who turned 53. Many of the Indian cricketers wished him on the special occasion. The flamboyant actor owns the Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and clearly has good relations with most of the players on the 22 yards. Almost all of them took to the social media calling the birthday boy an inspiration for many.

The Indian team today left for Kolkata ahead of the first of the three-match T20I series against Windies. After a decently competed ODI series, the Caribbean side will be definitely looking forward to winning it after being thumped in the Tests and ODIs so far on the tour. Krunal Pandya was excited ahead of the series as he might make his international debut at the iconic Eden Gardens. Even Shreyas Iyer is in the squad and he would also be eager to prove a point.

Meanwhile, Pakistan will be locking horns against New Zealand in the second T20I in Dubai. The game is a must-win affair for the Kiwis after losing the series opener by just a couple of runs. Ramiz Raja was excited for the contest to begin and felt that the Men in Green have to put up a better show with the bat as the visitors have come better prepared compared to the Aussies and have the ability to give a run for their money.

1. Tiwary wishes King Khan

The man who spreads positivity and smiles, an incredible person who teaches us to stay humble and grounded irrespective of the final result.
Happy Birthday, @iamsrk bhai. I cherish all my memories with you.. #HappyBirthdaySRK pic.twitter.com/HXOlkHrU83
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) November 2, 2018

2. Parnell gives a pose

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Hey weekend, is that you down there. Have a top weekend all. 😎✌🏼🔥 #capetown #weekendvibes #summerloading
A post shared by Wayne Parnell (@parnygram) on Nov 2, 2018 at 6:45am PDT

3. Imran Khan will miss Azhar Ali

Sad to know about your retirement from ODIs @AzharAli_ bhai. You surely know what’s best for you, but we surely know that Pakistan will miss you in the format. You played a great role in CT 🏆 2017. Wishing you all the best with other endeavours.
Continue being great in Test. 🙏
— Imran Khan (@ImeeK218) November 1, 2018

4. Krunal set for the T20I series

✈️ Ready to join the team 🇮🇳 as we gear up for our next challenge 👍🏏 #T20Is @ShreyasIyer15 pic.twitter.com/56xHIJDPmH
— Krunal Pandya (@krunalpandya24) November 2, 2018

5. Suresh Raina call Shahrukh inspiration

From #Zero to #Hero! You are truly an inspiration. Heartiest wishes to the king of hearts @iamsrk 🙂
Have a successful year ahead. Wish you a very Happy Birthday. #HappyBirthdayShahRukhKhan
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) November 2, 2018

6. Ramiz is excited

Another close contest awaits us tonight.. NZ all set to test Pakistan’s invincibility..Pak need to up the game with the bat!! gotta get better scores on these pitches that suit them.
— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) November 2, 2018

7. Bairstow happy to start his training

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Feeling good to be back jogging, progressing nicely. Still a lot more hard work to go though! #rehab #training #progress #physio #running #fitness
A post shared by Jonny Bairstow (@jbairstow21) on Nov 2, 2018 at 3:42am PDT

8. Vaughan has an advice for Aussies

Not sure if he would want it .. But without question Mark Taylor should run Aussie cricket .. !!! Again you won’t take an English man serious you Aussies but it’s my Friday tip for you all down under .. #OnOn
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 2, 2018

9. Laxman’s special book

Presenting the book cover of #281AndBeyond. Read the story of my life, on and off the pitch. You may Pre-order now! https://t.co/mPGnKXCenz pic.twitter.com/v73aRGEbWj
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 2, 2018

10. Kuldeep with King Khan

King of hearts, a great entertainer and the coolest boss you can get. Happy Birthday @iamsrk bhai. Keep spreading smiles ! pic.twitter.com/XIv69Aqddc
— Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) November 2, 2018

11. Rohit excited for Khaleel

Everyone seems to be excited about this lad and he seems quite excited too 🙄 #KhaleelAhmed pic.twitter.com/72ms1KsFDL
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) November 2, 2018

12. Badri recalls

Less expressive,Never was much a guy for big celebrations,like here too ☝🏻, but this was special, my 10,000th FC cricket run in my last season as Pro-Cricketer #Blessed #Thankful 👍🏼🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/4VXYnmIcOH
— subramani badrinath (@s_badrinath) November 2, 2018

13. Smith looking forward

Looking forward to speaking at the Dalmiya lecture this evening, thank you @SGanguly99 for the invite.
— Graeme Smith (@GraemeSmith49) November 2, 2018

14. Jarvis excited for the first Test