Shaheen Afridi, a prominent cricketer from Pakistan, has faced significant criticism on social media for his remarks commending Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir for their efforts in mediating a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Afridi expressed pride in Pakistan's role in promoting world peace, stating, "A ceasefire is always a win for humanity, with Pakistan paving the way towards hope, unity, and lasting peace." This statement has led to scrutiny from fans and commentators, particularly in light of teammate Naseem Shah's recent PKR 2 crore (approximately $7,200) fine for making a political statement that breached the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) social media guidelines. Concerns have been raised about whether Afridi will face similar penalties. Previously, Afridi was fined PKR 1 million (approximately $3,600) by the Lahore Qalandars for a security protocol violation involving unauthorized individuals at the team hotel. Despite the controversy, the PCB has not issued any official statement regarding Afridi's comments.