Cricketing Trends on Social Media today

Cricketing trends around the fraternity revolved around the Indian Premier League and also about various other aspects like Kumar Sangakkara being appointed as the MCC President, Shahid Afridi launching his new book and others. The IPL continues to provide mesmerizing contests and a few hours after Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians played out an absolute thriller of a contest, Kings XI Punjab and Kolkata Knight Riders go head to head in a clash of great importance.

Both KKR and KXIP are still in contention for a place in the playoffs and they need to win both their remaining games to have any hopes. Even two wins in their remaining two games might not be enough as the Sunrisers Hyderabad too are well in contention, with a much superior net run rate. These three teams are tussling out to stay in contention and ensuring the entertainment factor doesn’t come down.

Former Sri Lankan skipper Kumar Sangakkara has been appointed as the President of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) and in the process, he became the first non-British cricketer to take up that responsibility. A lot of cricketers have sent their best wishes to the Lankan legend, who during his playing time, stood as a semblance to the spirit of the game.

Here are the other top stories trending on social media today.

1. KP hails Shubman Gill as India’s next superstar

You’re watching India’s next superstar – @RealShubmanGill! 💫

— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) May 3, 2019

2. Aakash Chopra unimpressed with KXIP’s chopping strategy

So, #KXIP  continue with the tradition of making wholesale changes. Prabhsimran dropped after just a solitary game….glad Arshdeep is playing two on the bounce though. #KXIPvKKR

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) May 3, 2019

3. KP congratulates Sangakkara on his appointment as MCC President

The new PRESIDENT of the @HomeOfCricket. Congrats @KumarSanga2.

And the President in waiting! Thanks, Sanga! I’ll do it! 💙 pic.twitter.com/y2Mj4QuHNU

— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) May 3, 2019

4. Tino Best takes a dig at Isa Guha

That’s not in the spirit of game that’s a dead ball 🤦🏾‍♂️ #IrevEng come onnnnnn @isaguha lol 😂

— Tino95 (@tinobest) May 3, 2019

 5. Rahmat Shah and his teammates off to England for the World Cup

Going to our dream World Cup 2019 inn sha Allah try our best keep remember in ur prayers. @ACBofficials 🇦🇫👍 pic.twitter.com/JhbSxcaKSs

— Rahmat Shah (@RahmatShah_08) May 3, 2019

6. No love lost between Hassan Ali and Shadab Khan

Missing you @RealHa55an and the rest of the team too. ❤️❤️❤️ pic.twitter.com/jpQ56aWtM7

— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) May 3, 2019

7. Afridi catches up with Brett Lee

Nice catch up with @BrettLee_58 off the pitch #AbuDhabi pic.twitter.com/fZNC0QShis

— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) May 3, 2019

8. DDG offers his best wishes to Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra

Prayers and good wishes with you, get well soon champ https://t.co/vWDgeoqW53

— Deep Dasgupta (@DeepDasgupta7) May 3, 2019

9. Hemang Badani has his say on Andre Russell dealing with KXIP

This is one of the Bigger grounds this IPL and Russel has a challenge in front of him. Adding to that KXIP have been good at home and hence I feel that they may have the edge #KXIPvKKRhttps://t.co/qFbGdWWswz

— Hemang Badani (@hemangkbadani) May 3, 2019

10. Shoaib Akhtar recalls one of the finest moments in Pakistani history

What an amazing Test Match it was. But it was SO HOT! https://t.co/iZD2CvoIZy

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) May 3, 2019

11. Harbhajan appreciates former hockey player after a generous charity done by him

Brother Ajit pal Nandal.. this is very inspiring.. keep up the good work.. proud of you.. more power to you 🤗🙏 pic.twitter.com/4vaqf46KbF

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) May 3, 2019

12. Waqar endorses for the England-Pakistan game this Sunday

Looking forward to going back to #Wales & #Cardiff for the Vitality IT20 between #EngVsPak on Sunday.

“Glamorgan is a club that’s very close to my heart and I’m hoping to catch up with a lot of old mates over the weekend” @GlamCricket

— Waqar Younis (@waqyounis99) May 3, 2019

13. Rahul Sharma bats for the victims of Cyclone Fani

Praying for everyone affected by #CycloneFani. Stay safe #Odisha pic.twitter.com/yVlg9A040W

— Rahul Sharma (@ImRahulSharma3) May 3, 2019

14. Rashid Khan is certainly enjoying his Friday

Jumma Mubarak ♥️ pic.twitter.com/f3M4jaMs34

— Rashid Khan (@rashidkhan_19) May 3, 2019

15. Indian legend providing some inspiration to his followers

Worth scanning seriously..!! pic.twitter.com/RtSGx1VCTh

— Bishan Bedi (@BishanBedi) May 3, 2019