Cricketing trends on social media today

The legendary Ab de Villiers smashed a sensational 75* off just 42 deliveries and also went past the 5000-run mark in IPL cricket today during the encounter between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC). And, a plethora of cricketers have lauded the South African batting colossus for his stupendous performance with the willow.

Another event that grabbed the spotlight is Brett Lee donating 1 Bitcoin to support India in its battle against Covid-19, and Danish Kaneria has lauded the former Australian pace bowling legend for his wonderful gesture.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pacer Thangarasu Natarajan successfully underwent knee surgery today and has posted the same on Twitter. And, a number of cricketers ranging from VVS Laxman to Harbhajan Singh have wished the left-arm pacer a speedy recovery. Gautam Gambhir has continued his attack on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Also, Michael Vaughan feels that the 14th edition of the IPL must continue amidst the rising Covid-19 cases in India. And finally, Suresh Raina is taking some batting lessons from the legendary Stephen Fleming.

1. Suresh Raina takes batting lessons from CSK Head Coach Stephen Fleming

The grind never stops! Learning from the legendary southpaw! #Believe #WhistlePodu @SPFleming7 pic.twitter.com/fNrbiUoAqf

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) April 27, 2021

2. Russell Arnold feels that AB de Villiers is a treat to watch

AB is such a treat #VIVOIPL #DCvRCB You just can’t look away for even a second

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) April 27, 2021

3. Kris Srikkanth lauds Mr.360 AB de Villiers

I think that was a major mistake by @RishabhPant17 to not finish @MishiAmit earlier in the innings! @ABdeVilliers17 just proved once again mistakes like that will cost you in a big way! Brilliant knock by 360 yet again! #DCvRCB

— Kris Srikkanth (@KrisSrikkanth) April 27, 2021

4. Gautam Gambhir launches a scathing attack on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

The mask is off & lies exposed. Delhi HC refused VVIP racism proposed by @ArvindKejriwal. He doesn’t care about “Aam Aadmi”!

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) April 27, 2021

5. Danish Kaneria lauds Brett Lee for his great gesture

After @patcummins30, now @BrettLee_58 donated 1 Bitcoin to support India’s fight against COVID. Great gesture! https://t.co/HbjhjndsnD

— Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) April 27, 2021

6. Shai Hope feels that AB de Villiers makes batting look easy

ABD makes it look too easy

— Shai Hope (@shaidhope) April 27, 2021

7. David Warner states that Ab de Villiers is his idol

Legend @ABdeVilliers17 my idol 👌👌 https://t.co/iPcsmFinGv

— David Warner (@davidwarner31) April 27, 2021

8. Harbhajan Singh hopes to see T Natarajan back on the field soon

See you soon on ur feet again and winning games for team India.. all the best https://t.co/3ZpHNxXEPk

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 27, 2021

9. Brett Lee donates 1 Bitcoin to support India’s battle against Covid-19

Well done @patcummins30 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/iCeU6933Kp

— Brett Lee (@BrettLee_58) April 27, 2021

10. VVS Laxman wishes T Natarajan a speedy recovery

Wishing you a speedy recovery Nattu @Natarajan_91 https://t.co/0Hzg9Ors17

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) April 27, 2021

11. Mohammed Azharuddin wants people to wear masks and maintain social distancing

It's inspiring to see the world rally around India in these challenging times as we come together as one. Each of us can help by masking up and maintaining social distance. These are the weapons that will help counter the spread of the virus. #IndiaFightsBack #IndiaFightsCOVID19

— Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) April 27, 2021

12. Michael Vaughan opines that the 14th edition of the IPL should continue

I think the IPL should carry on .. The joy it will be bringing billions in these awful times every evening is important .. but I do find it tough to think back how England & Aussie pulled out of games in SA,yet both countries players are allowed to play in India !!! #IPL2021

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) April 27, 2021

13. T Natarajan informs the world that he has successfully completed his knee surgery

Today, I underwent knee surgery- and am grateful for the expertise, attention and kindness of the medical team, surgeons, doctors, nurses and staff. I’m grateful to @bcci and to all that have wished well for me. pic.twitter.com/Z6pmqzfaFj

— Natarajan (@Natarajan_91) April 27, 2021

14. Aakash Chopra shares the playing XI of both RCB and DC for their clash on 27th April 2021

How about these #RCB and #DelhiCapitals XI for today?

Team Red: Paddikal, Kohli, Rajat, Maxwell, AB, Sundar, Sams, Jamison, Chahal, Harshal and Siraj.

Team Blue: Dhawan, Shaw, Rahane, Pant, Stoinis, Hetmeyer, Axar, Mishra, Rabada, Nortje and Aavesh. #IPL2021 #DCvRCB

— Wear a Mask. Stay Safe, India (@cricketaakash) April 27, 2021

15. Lisa Sthalekar is wondering whether Rishabh Pant could have taken a single and given the strike to Shimron Hetmyer

Another good game between two qualities teams #RCBvsDC wonder if Pant could have taken a single and given Hetmyer the last two balls to hit 11 runs, given that he had already hit four 6’s!!

— Lisa Sthalekar (@sthalekar93) April 27, 2021

16. Kris Srikkanth showers praise on Shimron Hetmyer for his classic innings against Royal Challengers Bangalore

What a game! #Hetmyer I am a believer! What a knock! So close for @DelhiCapitals yet so far! Brilliant cricket all around. Another good victory for @RCBTweets #DCvRCB

— Kris Srikkanth (@KrisSrikkanth) April 27, 2021