Cricketing Trends on Social Media Today

The cricketing trends on Friday revolved around a few different topics. The first ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka was washed out due to heavy rains. The likes of Ramiz Raja and Shadab Khan expressed disappointment about the same. Also, England woman cricketer Sarah Taylor announced her retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. Wishes poured in for the 30-year-old for a wonderful career.

Anya Shrubsole, Danielle Wyatt and Heather Knight thanked her for her services and even mentioned that it was a pleasure playing with her. Sarah, herself, put up a tweet where she thanked everyone for their support throughout the 13-year-long career.

Meanwhile, in other trends, Irfan Pathan congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir team for defeating a strong Rajasthan side in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Ajinkya Rahane hoped that every in and around Maharastra was safe after the recent heavy rains. Also, Sachin Tendulkar shared an old video of him practising hard in the nets during rain.

1. Ramiz Raja called Imran Khan the best possible representative for Pakistan and also called him a ‘Tiger’

Got my cuppa, I am settled in the couch to listen to mighty Imran Khan at UN. Pakistan couldn’t have had a better representation. A complete honour to have played with him. He is a tiger!

— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 27, 2019

2. Anya Shrubsole congratulated Sarah Taylor on an amazing career

Congratulations @Sarah_Taylor30 on an amazing career! You can thank me later for all the times I’ve made you look amazing by shoving it down the leg side 😉! Good luck for everything that is to come #ThankYouSarah

— Anya Shrubsole (@Anya_shrubsole) September 27, 2019

3. Danielle Wyatt termed Sarah Taylor the best wicket-keeper in the world after she announced her retirement

Congratulations on your retirement @Sarah_Taylor30 👏🏼 You have a lot to be proud of. Best wicket keeper in the world, fact! 🐐 #ThankyouSarah 🤗 https://t.co/nfdOIWkDfL

— Danielle Wyatt (@Danni_Wyatt) September 27, 2019

4. Ollie Pope thanked everyone for yet another wonderful season

Another season comes to a close. Thanks to the members and fans who stuck by us through the good and the bad. Bit of time off then New Zealand bound 🙌🏻🇳🇿 pic.twitter.com/ilQ3mZOUtu

— Ollie Pope (@OPope32) September 27, 2019

5. We’ve shared some amazing memories on and off the field tweeted Heather Knight for Sarah Taylor

Happy retirement @Sarah_Taylor30, what a career to be proud of! We’ve shared some amazing memories on and off the field and some of the things you could do on a cricket field always left me astounded! All the best for what’s next #thankyousarah https://t.co/MI6BfQRG1C

— Heather Knight (@Heatherknight55) September 27, 2019

6. Always looking forward

Always looking forward pic.twitter.com/BHP9gaDaJH

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) September 27, 2019

7. Irfan Pathan applauded Jammu Kashmir team after they defeated Rajasthan in the Vijay Hazare Trophy

Well done Jammu Kashmir team on beating Team Rajasthan who is equipped with 3 current international players in #VijayHazareTrophy This should give lots of confidence to the boys

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) September 27, 2019

8. Shadab Khan shared the words of wisdom by Sarfaraz Ahmed after the washout

#WordsOfWisdom by @SarfarazA_54 bhai, “jub barish hoti hai tou pani aata hai.” 😂😂😂
On a serious note, thank u everyone for buying tickets for the first #PAKvSL ODI, unfortunately the match is abandoned due to rain. Hope to see you all in the next 2 ODIs pic.twitter.com/vMYGINp7yO

— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) September 27, 2019

9. Sarah Taylor thanked everyone for supporting her throughout her 13-year-long career

In 2006 my dream came true and I beam with pride at what I've achieved over the years, alongside the best players and people. It is the right time for me and my health to retire, but I have loved every minute in an England shirt. Thank you to everyone for supporting me ❤️ pic.twitter.com/8MdTqpgmWe

— Sarah Taylor (@Sarah_Taylor30) September 27, 2019

10. Ramiz Raja disappointed with the washout in the first ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka

#pakvssl Bit of an anticlimax here in Karachi with rain bucketing relentlessly flooding the out field. I am afraid it ain’t looking good at this stage.

— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 27, 2019

11. Sachin Tendulkar shared a throwback video of him practising in the rain

Love and passion for the game always helps you find new ways to practice, and above all to enjoy what you do.#FlashbackFriday pic.twitter.com/7UHH13fe0Q

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 27, 2019

12. Ajinkya Rahane hoped that everyone in Maharastra and other areas is safe after the heavy rains

Hope for the safety of everyone in Maharashtra and other areas affected by heavy rains in India.
Feel for the farmers of our country whose efforts are ruined in a night with these type of rains.

— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) September 27, 2019

13. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper

Eat breakfast like a king,lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper…😅😅😅#goodfood #goodlife pic.twitter.com/DA961GR2N6

— Sanju Samson (@IamSanjuSamson) September 27, 2019

14. Sanjay Manjrekar shared a picture with his late father and former Indian cricketer Vijay Manjrekar

On the occasion of my father’s birthday yesterday.#VijayManjrekar pic.twitter.com/CczhHJz1zK

— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) September 27, 2019

15. Mohammad Hafeez shared some wise words about the importance of a positive mindset

Fear of Failure Never let U Win , We all fall in this situation in life again & again as Human but Achievers overcome the situation with Courage & Trusting on their Natural abilities #PositiveMindSet

— Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) September 26, 2019