When PCB announced Pakistan ODI squad against Sri Lanka, many frowned upon the inclusion of Imam-ul-Haq in the team who also happens to be Chief Selector Inzamam-ul-Haq’s nephew.
However, all those doubts were put to rest when last night Imam hit a debut ton against Sri Lanka which paved way for Pakistan’s series-clinching win. He became the second batsman from Pakistan and 13th overall to hit a century on his ODI debut.
Following this feat, we saw Imam topping the trends. Here is how the debutante’s match winning performance made Twitter a happening place all over again!
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Renowned personalities like Hamza Ali Abbasi, Shehbaz Sharif, Shoaib Akhtar, Umar Akmal and many others took to Twitter to appreciate the young talent and congratulate the team on the victory.
#PAKvSL Perfect bowling, batting & fielding. Well done Team Pakistan & congrats Imam for the debut century. Allah ka shukkar. pic.twitter.com/LiAkmM5bC0
— Hamza Ali Abbasi (@iamhamzaabbasi) October 18, 2017
What a knock by young talented Imam …
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) October 18, 2017
What a dream debut for Imam-ul-Haq . I really hope he gets to his maiden 100 on his debut..
— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) October 18, 2017
Well batted Imam👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💯
— Umar Akmal (@Umar96Akmal) October 18, 2017
Imam-ul-Haq 100 off 125 balls:
– Third youngest batsman to score 100 on ODI debut
– Second Pakistan batsman to score 100 on ODI debut— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) October 18, 2017
Recalling his Uncle Inzamam-ul-Haq’s signature statement back in the days when he used to be a captain was mandatory as well.
Thanks to Allah and the Boys- imam ul haq 😂😄
— Rabia Anum Obaid (@RabiaAnumm) October 18, 2017
When Patari took it to whole another level with this plea!
Imam for president of Bar-e-Sagheer
— Patari (@patarimusic) October 18, 2017
This guy tried to crack the code and trace a pattern! It’s decided now. No matter it’s a boy or a girl, my sister’s newborn will be named with the same suffix!
https://twitter.com/HashmeNabeel/status/920678235758841856
Someone had to romanticize the situation and objectify the young lad! Nazar mat lagao and say, “MashaAllah”!
So girls are now in love with Imam.. 😂😂
— Bilal (@Sherlocked999) October 19, 2017
There was no way that this golden opportunity won’t be availed to troll Ahmed Shehzad who was dropped from the team.
Ahmed shehzad clapping on imam century like when ur crush gets married & you're hurt deep inside but still singing
Tujhko Sukhi Sansar Mile
— Waleed Nasir (@waleednasir00) October 18, 2017
https://twitter.com/DennisCricket_/status/920720228941795329
Imam does not only play good cricket but also speaks good english making all possibilities of return of Ahmed shehzad nullified.
— Waleed Nasir (@waleednasir00) October 18, 2017
https://twitter.com/Gharlejaa/status/920693249475522560
On a more serious note, it was necessary to highlight how Imam proved that he is not just another “Parchi” and has the merit to secure a spot on the team!
Congratulations imam-ul-haq, he gave a strong reply to those who criticised his selection. #PakvsSL
— Ahsan (@daguywhocooks) October 18, 2017
My favorite moment though was the one when Imam received his first ODI cap ahead of the match. The joy on his face shows what it meant to him and he certainly did complete justice to this responsibility.
https://twitter.com/SaadAwais22/status/920688648898666496
Way to go Imam-ul-Haq! You are destined to do great things just like your uncle!
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