Cricketing trends on social media today

The biggest talking point on social media today among the cricketers was the injury that was sustained by Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer. Iyer dislocated his shoulder in the first ODI against England and has now been sidelined from the game. Not only will he play no further part in the ODI series between India and England, but he will also miss the entire 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). And now, Iyer himself has tweeted about the love and support that he has received.

Today also marks the 29th anniversary of Pakistan’s sensational World Cup triumph in 1992. Led by the charismatic Imran Khan, the Pakistan side beat England by 22 runs to emerge as the World Champions. The legendary Wasim Akram received the Man of the Match award for scalping 3 wickets in the game. And now, several Pakistan legends ranging from Mushtaq Ahmed to Wasim Akram have reflected back on the greatest moment in Pakistan cricket history.

Sri Lanka staged an incredible fightback in the second innings with the willow in the first Test against the West Indies at Antigua. Led by a scintillating century on debut by Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka plundered 476 runs in their second innings and has set the West Indies a daunting target of 375 for victory. And, several Sri Lankan cricketers have lauded the Sri Lankan side for their splendid fightback. Having got the overview, let us take a deep dive….

1.Rishi Dhawan hopes that Shreyas Iyer makes a speedy recovery from injury

Recover well & soon bro and comeback stronger. Best wishes @ShreyasIyer15 😇👍

— rishi dhawan (@rishid100) March 25, 2021

2.Danushka Gunathilaka lauds Pathum Nissanka for his splendid century on debut

What a 💯 on debut by #PathumNissanka 💪
Great achievement🏏 . Evenly great innings by @NiroshanDikka & #osandafernando 👏🏽 Unfortunate to missed on centuries.. cheers to @thiri66 & @dds75official as well. Game on. Lets pull this off 🙇 #SLvWI

— Danushka Gunathilaka (@danushka_70) March 25, 2021

3.Sanath Jayasuriya offers his opinion on the ‘extra special’ performance of Pathum Nissanka

It's an honour to represent Sri Lanka. To score a century on Test debut is extra special. Pathum Nissanka is a good example of the talent Sri Lanka produces. I’m sure he will score many more centuries for Sri Lanka. Well done Pathum. You made Sri Lanka proud on your debut !

— Sanath Jayasuriya (@Sanath07) March 25, 2021

4.Shreyas Iyer overwhelmed by the love and support he has got

I’ve been reading your messages and have been overwhelmed by all the outpouring of love and support. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone. You know what they say, the greater the setback, the stronger the comeback. I shall be back soon ❤️🙏 pic.twitter.com/RjZTBAnTMX

— Shreyas Iyer (@ShreyasIyer15) March 25, 2021

5.Mushtaq Ahmed still reliving Pakistan’s 1992 World Cup triumph

29 years to our World Cup Victory and I am still reliving this in my biggest dreams!!

Proud to be part of the 92' Gang! #champions #cwc92 #ImranKhan pic.twitter.com/Mr9vJrEHg1

— Mushtaq Ahmed (@Mushy_online) March 25, 2021

6.Dhammika Prasad feels that Pathum Nissanka is a special lad

It was dream debut for some one, this lad is special, did well in domestic and once he got the chance he grabbed it from both hand, great stuff #pathum Nissanka# well batted @oshada fernando# @NiroshanDikka @thiri66 and @dds75official @Dhananjaya7575 👏👏👏👏👏

— Dhammika Prasad (@imDhammika) March 25, 2021

7.Babar Azam offers his thoughts on Pakistan’s World Cup triumph

When everyone wrote them off but Cornered Tigers became champions. Undoubtedly, one of the most memorable days for Pakistan Cricket. #1992WorldCup #WorldChampions #NeverSayNever pic.twitter.com/ul11A7JbmR

— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) March 25, 2021

8.Irfan Pathan absolutely ecstatic with the victory of the India Legends

There is no better feeling than helping the country win a trophy.Was absolutely estatic to be on the field again in blue!Amazing bunch of legends reunite the @RSWorldseries Big thumbs up @pmgsportsin for organizing it at the highest level @colorscineplex well done on the coverage pic.twitter.com/nZzoFfCB4l

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) March 25, 2021

9.Mahela Jayawardene lauds Sri Lanka for their incredible comeback

What a fantastic come back from the boys..#Suranga with the ball and @thiri66 #Oshada @NiroshanDikka #Pathum Nissanka a fighting hundred on debut with the bat. Let’s win this one 👊

— Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) March 25, 2021

10.Rangana Herath wants Pathum Nissanka to continue his good work with the willow

Well played pathum. It's a special achievement to score a Maiden Test hundred in debut, that too in the 2nd innings when much needed. many more to come. Continue your good work. All the best

— Rangana Herath (@HerathRSL) March 25, 2021

11.Wasim Akram and the best day of his cricketing career

Best day of my cricketing career by miles #WorldCup1992 pic.twitter.com/gSaHh4WYGW

— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) March 25, 2021

12.Russell Arnold congratulates Niroshan Dickwella for his fine innings

Good job @NiroshanDikka .. never mind the hundred .. have put @OfficialSLC in a great position .#WIvsSL Can win it from here.. Good luck today

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) March 25, 2021

13.Ramiz Raja offers his opinion on Pakistan’s glorious campaign in 1992

#worldcip92 25th March 1992- A glorious end to a hard fought campaign! pic.twitter.com/RWXBtrL1Wd

— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) March 25, 2021

14.Kamran Akmal lauds Pathum Nissanka for a scintillating debut in Test cricket

Debutant Pathum Nissanka what a talent…1st test match 1st 💯#SLvWI Brilliant 👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻proud moment for him..Long way to go man @OfficialSLC pic.twitter.com/2qaY5DMjxv

— Kamran Akmal (@KamiAkmal23) March 24, 2021

15.Rishabh Pant ready for the 14th edition of the IPL

Sher ko chit karke… Anthem dekh lo, jawaab mil jaega 😉
Check out the new #VIVOIPL anthem & tell me about your favorite #IndiaKaApnaMantra.@IPL and @StarSportsIndia – Loved the #VIVOIPL anthem, can't wait for the new season to begin! pic.twitter.com/uSUVqfXtt7

— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) March 25, 2021