Cricket Buzz: Social media trends on August 22

Pakistan pacer Hasan Ali wished the national team as their road to the Asia Cup and ODI World Cup began with the campaign against Afghanistan in a three-match ODI series. In another part of the world, former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad visited a temple in the US along with Indian film actor Suniel Shetty. 

India all-rounder Washington Sundar took to his social media handle to extend his wishes to fans on the occasion of Madras Day. Meanwhile, Sean Williams was seen bonding with his St. Lucia Kings teammates Faf du Plessis and Sikandar Raza in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2023. 

Check out all the top social media trends of the day:

From memory, I did go again… https://t.co/ByO5FMB2pr

— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) August 22, 2023

Good luck boys 💚 Your campaign starts from today and may Allah bless you all with success so that you make our country proud. Give your best and most importantly enjoy the experience.

— Hassan Ali 🇵🇰 (@RealHa55an) August 22, 2023

Visited the Swami Narayan temple in New Jeresy with Anna.
Prayed for well being of all Bharatvasis & for the Indian Team to do well in the World Cup. Also secretely prayed for KL to smash it to all corners, have a great world cup and silence his critics like me.
Sab khush rahein. pic.twitter.com/CcVQif41yK

— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) August 22, 2023

.@rpragchess, you have made history as the youngest World Cup finalist. Your journey has been filled with fierce battles.

The chessboard is set, and every move counts. Best of luck, India is with you. 🇮🇳♟️@FIDE_chess #FIDEWorldCup

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) August 22, 2023

The People's Champ is apart of @foxcricket. Looking forward to being part of an all-star team. Hanging with @gilly381 is just a bonus! 🏏 📺 @kayosports pic.twitter.com/PaE3C8UYKE

— Usman Khawaja (@Uz_Khawaja) August 22, 2023

Cracking day pic.twitter.com/xtW8jJOs09

— Niall John O Brien (@niallnobiobrien) August 22, 2023

Kuch logon ke itne chehre hote hain ki Facewash jaldi khatam ho jaata hoga.

Two - faced people are dangerous, are there any two -faced people you have encountered and your way of dealing with them, please share.

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 22, 2023

Celebrating the vibrant history, culture, and spirit of Madras! 🏛️ Happy #MadrasDay to all who cherish this incredible city's legacy. Let's continue to embrace and preserve its heritage.✨#MadrasDay2023

— Washington Sundar (@Sundarwashi5) August 22, 2023

What a champion is @rpragchess . And incredible support from his mother who accompanies him for his games. Congratulations on defeating Fabiano Caruana and advancing to the FIDE World Cup Finals! Wishing you the very best for the finals.

Amazing pic from @photochess which just… pic.twitter.com/UPD2QeCaAU

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) August 22, 2023

Congratulations @rpragchess on your wonderful run to the final👏👏.

What a journey and you are an inspiration to many.
Well done to your entire support system too 👍🏻👍🏻

— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) August 22, 2023

Blessed to be playing along side these men 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/542XJJcBW0

— Sean Williams (@sean14williams) August 22, 2023

#WorldAthleticsChamps have been sensational so far👌👌

— Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) August 21, 2023

Winning dismissal. 😄
More awareness and mindfulness required towards the closing stages of a game✅✅ pic.twitter.com/6xF4gxDeku

— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) August 21, 2023