Cricketing Trends on social media today

Cricketers are celebrities in India, where cricket is the biggest force that unifies people. And, every tweet, every reaction and every comment that cricketers post on any social media platform can become news because of the lofty pedestal that they occupy in the country.

Today, the social media was abuzz about India’s victory over England. While Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah tweeted that the hard work put in by the Indian side was crucial behind their victory, vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane is already looking forward to the final of the World Test Championship (WTC).

It was also a special day for the legendary Sunil Gavaskar, as 6th March 2021 marks the 50th anniversary of the batting icon’s debut in Test match cricket. And, another batting icon, Sachin Tendulkar posted a heartfelt tweet to salute his batting hero. Wridhimann Saha and Mohammad Kaif joined the ‘God of cricket’ in wishing Gavaskar on his special day as well.

Aakash Chopra opined that the England side disintegrated badly after their triumph in the first Test at Chennai, while VVS Laxman lauded Ravichandran Ashwin and Axar Patel for their scintillating performance with the red cherry in hand. Meanwhile, Irfan Pathan was elated that his prediction regarding the outcome of the India-England Test series turned into reality, and Vinod Kambli was of the opinion that it was time for England to iron out their issues regarding spin.

Virender Sehwag absolutely roasted England with a tweet that will leave the fans in splits. Hemang Badani too, joined in, and posted a tweet that reflected England’s condition after the series against the Indian side. Ian Bell backed the England side after the loss, and tweeted that it could still be a great year for Joe Root and his men.

In some other part of the world, Shoaib Akhtar is still putting in the effort to keep himself fit. Suresh Raina is in a world of his own as well, as he was seen enjoying the beauty of nature. So, let us go ahead and find out what were the various trends on social media on such an eventful and enterprising day.

1.Jasprit Bumrah congratulates his teammates for a sensational comeback

Congratulations team! 🇮🇳
What an inspirational comeback to win the series! Hardwork always pays off. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/p3Z291EG8N

— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) March 6, 2021

2. Wasim Jaffer sums up a perfect day for Indian cricket

50 years since Sunny Sir's debut👏
India wins the series Vs England👏
India qualifies for ICC WTC final👏
India becomes No.1 Test Team👏

Congratulations to Team India and its fans all around the world! @BCCI #INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/4oxjk5YHbZ

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) March 6, 2021

3.Danny Morrison looking forward to an India versus New Zealand clash at Lord’s

So an India-NZ #WTC21 finale… hopefully at Lords 🙏👌 Well played @TeamIndia #3-1comfy 🏏🤸🏽🥂 @BCCI @BLACKCAPS in June 😎

— Danny Morrison (@SteelyDan66) March 6, 2021

4. Vinod Kambli advises England to go back to the ‘root cause’

After this series, England will need to go back and see how many wickets they lost to spin. Once they had players like @KP24 & Cook who played spin so well! Time to go back to the root cause and get better @ECB_Cricket @C4sport#INDvENG

— Vinod Kambli (@vinodkambli349) March 6, 2021

5.Virat Kohli extremely happy to be in the WTC final

We worked really hard for this, happy to be in the finals. Looking forward. 🏆#TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/cTzFkVheRl

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 6, 2021

6. The ‘God of cricket’ wishes Sunil Gavaskar on his 50th anniversary

A tribute to My Idol! 🏏🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/l6nP89pUQi

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 6, 2021

7.Shoaib Akhtar puts in the hard yards

Train insane or remain the same. #Sprint #bhaago #phainta pic.twitter.com/3gz1R7b9Ah

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) March 6, 2021

8. Ajinkya Rahane reacts to India’s series win against England

A brilliant series win and some fantastic performances. An end to an exciting last few months of test cricket as we look forward to the World Test Championship now. pic.twitter.com/j9ETR67rXW

— Ajinkya Rahane (@ajinkyarahane88) March 6, 2021

9. Rahul Sharma salutes Rishabh Pant for his century

Take a bow the man himself @RishabhPant17 many more to come bro 😊🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/bj6VrlYU5N

— Rahul Sharma (@ImRahulSharma3) March 6, 2021

10. Ab De Villiers showers praise on Virat Kohli

Kohli’s leadership this test match allowed young guns like Axar, Rishabh and Washie to play with freedom and dominate the game. It takes a special leader to elevate other players around them through body language and passion when their personal performance has been down.

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) March 6, 2021

11. VVS Laxman congratulates India’s spin twins

The spin twins once again demolish England.
Ashwin: 5 for 47
Axar: 5 for 48#INDvENG pic.twitter.com/41yFFEzALK

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) March 6, 2021

12. Rishabh Pant happy to play his role in India’s victory

Great performance by Team India after the first Test setback. Very happy to be able to play my role in helping the team, while batting and keeping. World Test Championship beckons!@BCCI #INDvENG #TeamIndia #RP17 pic.twitter.com/ruX4wwUxpn

— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) March 6, 2021

13. Irfan Pathan’s prediction turns out to be right!

Predicted before the series 3-1 India. And 3-1 it is. Well done team India on winning the series 🇮🇳 #INDvENG

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) March 6, 2021

14. Aakash Chopra shares his opinion on England’s meek surrender

It seems that the first Test win by England came in 2020….not often you see the team winning the first Test in that fashion disintegrate that badly. The fight…the grit…the resolve…the tenacity…the ability to play spin. All disappeared in quick time. #IndvEng

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 6, 2021

15. Wriddhiman Saha salutes Sunil Gavaskar

50 Glorious Years since Mr. Gavaskar Sir made his debut for India in Tests. Congratulations on your amazing journey. You will be an inspiration for generations to come. Respect. pic.twitter.com/1c0OQFsU9T

— Wriddhiman Saha (@Wriddhipops) March 6, 2021

16. Mohammad Kaif congratulates Sunil Gavaskar

With bat in hand he showed the world that Indians can be best in the world. Now with mic in hand he continues to weave his magic on the cricket field. You are our hero Sunny Bhai #50YearsofSunny pic.twitter.com/fPAxvzwoVN

— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) March 6, 2021

17. Ian Bell feels that England missed a massive opportunity

As for England, we have some wonderful players & I felt we had a massive opportunity to do something special after that first Test. We’ve all spoken about why that hasn’t panned out, but let’s not forget we have India at home & then the Ashes. This could still be a great year!

— Ian Bell (@Ian_Bell) March 6, 2021

18. Virender Sehwag reveals where England lost the Test

Congratulations Team India on an awesome Test Series victory.

England didn't lose it in Ahmedabad.
They lost it here .#INDvsENG pic.twitter.com/NXb1AxCHen

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) March 6, 2021

19.Hemang Badani roasts England

England's mind voice right now 😉 #INDvsENG #bcci pic.twitter.com/ZtaF2dgsNR

— Hemang Badani (@hemangkbadani) March 6, 2021

20.Suresh Raina lost in the beauty of nature

Wow! @rajeshkalra ..Must’ve been an amazing feeling. Zipping over Ganga maiya, near Rishikesh in the Himalayas. Everything perfect. pic.twitter.com/7Tbtib7HbT

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) March 6, 2021