Shafiq made a fine start to Pakistan Super League 2019, picking up 2-11 in his four overs against Islamabad United in Dubai.
His incredible figures trumped an all-round show by Shahid Afridi to earn him the man-of-the match title.
The 22-year-old pacer is a part of a clutch of Pakistan bowlers to have impressed in the opening weekend.
22 year old Ali Shafiq is Man of the Match in his first ever Pakistan Super League match after taking 2-11 from his 4 overs. He says that his hero is Jasprit Bumrah #IUvMS #PSL4
— Saj Sadiq (@Saj_PakPassion) February 16, 2019
Lahore Qalandars quick Haris Rauf and Karachi Kings spinner Umer Khan have performed admirably as well.
After his man-of-the-match effort against Islamabad, Shafiq said his hero is Bumrah.
The Indian quick has become an inspiration for many up-and-coming and budding bowlers.
Videos have emerged from India, Pakistan and Australia of young kids trying to bowl like Bumrah.
@bhogleharsha @Jaspritbumrah93 The only problem from your great series win may be the next generation of Aussie cricketers you have inspired! 👏💪👊 pic.twitter.com/dmZNClOcBx
— Michael Curtin (@c_u_r_t_o) January 9, 2019
5 Years Old kid from pak is a big fan of Bumrah.. after watching him in the recently concluded Asia cup every time he tries to bowl like him.@Jaspritbumrah93 @Cricketracker @ZAbbasOfficial @MazherArshad pic.twitter.com/XJIR7cpRTx
— Umair Afridi (@afridiomair) October 19, 2018
