Afridi’s outstanding figures of five wickets for just four runs, won him appreciation from fans and fellow cricketers, including superstar Shahid Afridi, who praised the lanky fast bowler calling him a ‘champion in the making.’ “Shabash Shaheen Shah Afridi... Champion in the making, finally some smiles for @lahoreqalandars fans, really happy for them,” tweeted Afridi. Shabash Shaheen Shah Afridi... Champion in the making, finally some smiles for @lahoreqalandars fans, really happy for them — Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) March 9, 2018 Thank you Lala 👐 — Lahore Qalandars🏏 (@lahoreqalandars) March 9, 2018 The Qalandars skipper Brendon McCullum, too was impressed with the top quality display of fast bowling by the youngster. “Great to finally get a win for our @lahoreqalandars last night. Energy, intensity and execution of our plans. Shaheen Shah Afridi was outstanding!” said McCullum on social media. Great to finally get a win for our @lahoreqalandars last night. Energy, intensity and execution of our plans. Shaheen Shah Afridi was outstanding! — Brendon McCullum (@Bazmccullum) March 10, 2018 A new star is born .. 17 year old Shaheen Afridi is youngest to 5 wickets in HBLPSL.. a triple wicket maiden over and 18 dots out of 22 bowled .. you kidding me.. — Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) March 9, 2018