Cricketing Trends on Social Media today

The cricketing trends on social media revolved around a number of events. The opening Test of the 2019 Ashes between England and Australia has finally come to a close. After conceding a lead of 90 in the first innings, the visitors, led by Tim Paine, made an incredible comeback and won the game at the Edgbaston in Birmingham by 251 runs. Most importantly, the Aussies took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Steve Smith was adjudged the Player of the Match for his jaw-dropping centuries on his Test return.

Smith scored 144 and 142 respectively and kept the Three Lions at bay for a significant duration of the encounter. Following Smith’s masterclass, the Brits were faced with a target of chasing down 398 in the fourth innings on a track, which was expected to generate sharp turn. On the last day, Nathan Lyon ripped the heart out of the English lineup with a six-wicket haul. The tweaker was outstanding, bowling to the left-handers and hardly gave any freebies away. The home team was bowled out for 146 in 52.3 overs.

After the victory, the cricketing fraternity lauded Paine’s men. Sachin Tendulkar, the former Indian cricketer, also had words of appreciation for Smith. In the meantime, Dale Steyn, the legendary South African fast bowler, called it a day from Test cricket. The speedster hung his boots as the Proteas leading wicket-taker. The speedster played 93 Tests in which he picked 439 wickets with 26 five-wicket hauls. His last appearance in the format was versus Sri Lanka in Port Elizabeth. He was showered with praises after he retired.

1. Chris Morris loves Dale Steyn

I love you @DaleSteyn62

— Chris Morris (@Tipo_Morris) August 5, 2019

2. Darren Lehmann lauds Australia 

What a win ????????????????????#ashes 1-0 on too Lords . Australia you bloody beauty , sing it loud lads ????congrats to all .

— Darren Lehmann (@darren_lehmann) August 5, 2019

3. A busy Russel Arnold having fun in the TNPL

Been a bit busy but a lot fun @TNPremierLeague @StarSportsTamil @scottbstyris @muthupradeep @ashwinravi99 #NammaPasangaNammaGethu pic.twitter.com/qY3pXvwgtv

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) August 5, 2019

4. Mohammad Kaif praises Australia

Winning a test match by 251 runs after being 122/8 in the first innings doesn’t happen very often. A remarkable test match for Steve Smith, and well done Nathan Lyon and Cummins. #Ashes19

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) August 5, 2019

5. An ecstatic Glenn Maxwell

Australia!!!!!!! You bloody beauty!!!!! 1-0 #ashes

— Glenn Maxwell (@Gmaxi_32) August 5, 2019

6. Ian Bishop understands Steve Smith’s contributions

From Aus 122-8 on day 1, to victory on day five by 251 runs. Many heroes for Australia, but it starts and stops with Steve Smith’s hundreds. Test cricket showed much of its drama and many narratives (good & indifferent)????????????????????????. #THEATRE!!!

— ian bishop (@irbishi) August 5, 2019

7. Andile Phehlukwayo at the CSA Awards

 

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Congratulations to all the winners at the @cricket_south_africa awards ???????????????????????? great evening ????????

A post shared by Andile Phehlukwayo (@andile_phehlukwayo) on Aug 5, 2019 at 6:35am PDT

8. Shoaib Malik over the moon

Our last win felt real good, beating the unbeaten is the magic of a solid team @VKnights_ @gt20canada #GT2019 pic.twitter.com/Au1lfJFJwO

— Shoaib Malik ???????? (@realshoaibmalik) August 5, 2019

9. Albie Morkel feels for the umpires

One thing is for sure, the umpires have had a tough time in the first #Ashes19 test match

— Albie Morkel (@albiemorkel) August 5, 2019

10. Virat Kohli with the BOSS

With the biggest BOSS! ????@ivivianrichards pic.twitter.com/dy6EhFJvBQ

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) August 5, 2019

11. Vaughan takes a dig at Joel Wilson

When Joel Wilson gives you OUT .. You just review it .. #Fact #Ashes

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) August 5, 2019

12. Brad Hogg feels positive about Jason Roy

I feel that @JasonRoy20 is going to be something special. There is something about his demeanour that says “I’m going to dominate Test cricket”. Looks totally in control. Enjoying his fight. #Ashes19

— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) August 5, 2019

13. Yuzvendra Chahal off to Port of Spain

Finally ✈️✈️ pic.twitter.com/JpD9dJeRk3

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) August 5, 2019

14. Tom Moody all praises for Dale Steyn

Absolute legend, congratulations @DaleSteyn62 you stand above them all. #superstar #gun https://t.co/JA5jNWRka8

— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) August 5, 2019

15. Sachin Tendulkar praises Steve Smith

Well played Smith. What a way to make a come back to Test cricket.
Terrific bowling by @NathLyon421.
Congratulations to Australia for winning the first Test match.#Ashes pic.twitter.com/mDVHY1lTIo

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 5, 2019