Shahid Afridi created a stir at the Bugti Stadium in Quetta during the exhibition match between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators on Sunday. Despite the dominance of Babar Azam and Mohammad Haris, the crowd erupted with excitement as soon as Afridi stepped onto the field. The veteran batter, who is 42 years old, was warmly greeted with chants of “Boom Boom” by his enthusiastic fans.
Afridi lived up to the expectations of his fans, as he shone with the bat, scoring 25 runs off 17 balls. The veteran batter started his innings with a boundary, sending the crowd into a frenzy. His impressive performance at the crease was not the only aspect of Afridi that was appreciated. Fans also took to Twitter to praise his appearance, highlighting how he continues to captivate the hearts of cricket lovers.
The Bugti Stadium, which was filled with the Gladiators’ supporters, was silenced as Babar Azam and Mohammad Haris played exceptional cricket and put their side in a strong position. However, the arrival of Afridi brought the stadium to life and the excitement was palpable as the fans were delighted to see their favorite cricketer back on the field once again.
Afridi’s presence on the field was a nostalgic moment for many fans, as they relived the memories of his past performances. The star batter’s effortless style, charisma, and remarkable achievements have made him one of the most popular cricketers in the country, and his fans are always eager to see him play.
Shahid Afridi’s return to the cricket field was a magical moment for fans, as they got to see their favorite cricketer back in action. Let’s see how fans are reacting:
Shahid Afridi – 42 years young and stealing the show! ?#QGvPZ pic.twitter.com/koiQSpIfr7
— Grassroots Cricket (@grassrootscric) February 5, 2023
Still Young Nd ever Gorgeous Lala ❤️#ShahidAfridi#QGvPZ pic.twitter.com/YNDhfrAVls
— FaTimaMalik_14 (@FatiMaAwan_14) February 5, 2023
The greatest star of pakistan cricket this country ever produced /
BoomBoom Shahid Afridi forever ❤️? #PZvsQG #ShahidAfridi pic.twitter.com/fK1Um2apTH
— ?????⛄️ (@iTweeety_) February 5, 2023
Age is just a number for Mr.Shahid Khan Afridi ❤? #ShahidAfridi pic.twitter.com/socsd6bfGg
— Khadija Zulafqar (@KhadijaZulafqar) February 5, 2023
#ShahidAfridi looks younger than many of his team mates.??#PeshawarZalmi #PSL8 #CricketTwitter
— Jay HanGer Channa?? (@realjayhanger) February 5, 2023
Day Made ❤️?#QGvPZ#ShahidAfridi pic.twitter.com/ud4RrWMJ0E
— عبید بیگ ?? (@ObaidBaig16) February 5, 2023
Watching Shahid Afridi bat took me back to my beautiful childhood days. Will be forever grateful to spent my childhood watching him. Thankyou for always entertaining us Lala.??❤️@SAfridiOfficial #PZvQG pic.twitter.com/cYXWCmj660
— wania♡ (@waniazafar_) February 5, 2023
LaLa On Fire ?
MIGHTY WINNER SHIV #ShahidAfridi pic.twitter.com/KX0LLjylWa
— Mr StRanGer?? (@Awaix1) February 5, 2023
Well played Boom Boom Afridi 25 of 17 balls ?. You are still great batsmen even at age of 42. Love watching your batting ?. #shahidafridi #BoomBoom pic.twitter.com/m8FgBrZNTK
— Hadia Waseem (@SamiaWaseem3) February 5, 2023