Cricketing trends on social media today

Ireland pacer Boyd Rankin announced his retirement from international cricket today, and a few Ireland cricketers have lauded Rankin for his contribution to Ireland cricket. Rankin also played for the England cricket team. Indian bowler Ravichandran Ashwin has warned that if people are not cautious enough, then 2022 will turn out to be far worse for India as compared to 2021.

Meanwhile, the likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Navdeep Saini have offered their condolences to Bhuvneshwar Kumar after the Indian pacer’s father passed away due to cancer. Today also marks the 61st birthday of acting icon Mohanlal, and the likes of Ravichandran Ashwin and Yuvraj Singh have wished Mohanlal on his birthday.

Sanjay Manjrekar has stated that the Indian side that will tour Sri Lanka for a limited-overs series in the month of July cannot be labeled as a second-string side as many players who will be selected in India’s squad for the tour of Sri Lanka will walk into the first choice Indian playing XI in T20I cricket. Today also marks the 4th anniversary of Mumbai Indians’ (MI) IPL triumph, and Lasith Malinga has posted a throwback picture. In the summit clash of the 2017 IPL edition, the Rohit Sharma led side beat the Rising Pune Supergiant side by a margin of just 1 run.

1. Ed Joyce congratulates Boyd Rankin on his retirement

What a career. Well done @boydrankin 👊🏻👊🏻 https://t.co/JWP7PBUIDd

— Ed Joyce (@edjoyce24) May 21, 2021

2. Ravichandran Ashwin warns that 2022 could turn out to be worse for India as compared to 2021

At this rate 2022 will make us feel like 2021 was a bliss, if “ we the PEOPLE don’t lead ourselves well enough”.

Let’s stay strong, cautious and most importantly hold ourselves accountable for our actions in order to tide this out. 🙏🙏 https://t.co/8OtGQZLIm8

— Mask up and take your vaccine🙏🙏🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) May 21, 2021

3. Niall O’ Brien wishes Boyd Rankin a wonderful retirement

Wishing my buddy a wonderful retirement @boydrankin . Fabulous teammate lovely man and smashing bowler. Hated facing you in nets so much I ended up refusing to do it back in the day. Go well buddy and see you soon for a jar to celebrate 👊👍☘️

— Niall John O Brien (@niallnobiobrien) May 21, 2021

4. Iqbal Abdullah states that people should not get affected because of backbiting

IT'S NOT YOUR JOB TO STOP THEM FROM TALKING BEHIND YOU, BUT IT'S YOUR JOB NOT TO LET IT AFFECT YOU.

— SAYYED IQBAL ABDULLAH (SIA) (@iqqiabdullah) May 21, 2021

5. Navdeep Saini offers his condolences to Bhuvneshwar Kumar

I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss @BhuviOfficial bhai. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences. 🙏🏻

— Navdeep Saini (@navdeepsaini96) May 21, 2021

6. Punam Raut is on a tea-drinking spree

Already had my third cup of tea today. Didn't feel guilty at all🙈☕
Let me know in comments whether you're a chai or a coffee lover#InternationalTeaDay pic.twitter.com/ijW5wIjYd5

— Punam Raut (@raut_punam) May 21, 2021

7. Babar Azam states that one should never forget where he came from

Never forget where you came from. 💫#nostalgic #oldhouse #roots pic.twitter.com/NwpNPfWAxL

— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) May 21, 2021

8. Sachin Tendulkar offers his condolences to Bhuvneshwar Kumar

I am deeply saddened by the news of your father’s demise, @BhuviOfficial. May his soul rest in peace.
My condolences to you and your family.

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) May 21, 2021

9. Ravichandran Ashwin wishes acting legend Mohanlal on his birthday

Many more happy returns of the day @Mohanlal sir! Have a great year ahead 🎂🎂

— Mask up and take your vaccine🙏🙏🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) May 21, 2021

10. Yuvraj Singh extends his birthday wishes to Mohanlal

Happy Birthday @Mohanlal sir! Wishing you good health and everlasting success! My best wishes

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) May 21, 2021

11. Deepti Sharma offers her condolences to Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Deeply saddened to hear about your loss @BhuviOfficial Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. Please stay strong in this difficult hour.

— Deepti Sharma (@Deepti_Sharma06) May 21, 2021

12. Punam Raut offers her condolences to Bhuvneshwar Kumar

I'm really sorry to hear about your loss @BhuviOfficial Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May his soul rest in peace. He shall always be in our thoughts and our prayers.

— Punam Raut (@raut_punam) May 21, 2021

13. Sanjay Manjrekar offers his thoughts on India fielding two teams in international cricket

If India were fielding two teams of same format you would call the team touring SL second string. A lot of players selected for the SL tour will walk into India’s first choice T20 team. Team in England is for Tests. Team for SL is for T20s. 😊#SLTour

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) May 21, 2021

14. Lasith Malinga is remembering Mumbai Indians’ (MI) 2017 IPL triumph

IPL 2017 #OnThisDay #IPL #champions @mipaltan @IPL pic.twitter.com/4BvAT2uGVF

— Lasith Malinga (@ninety9sl) May 21, 2021

15. Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan has stated that he will stand for humanity

Aaqa ﷺ ne to ye farmaya tha
Her daur me meri ummat ko
Ik jism ki soorat rehna hai
Her dukh mil jul ker sehna hai

Take the stand for humanity. #WeStandWithPalestine #PrayForPalestine pic.twitter.com/iPFxCWuLt8

— Mohammad Rizwan (@iMRizwanPak) May 21, 2021