Noman Ali proved his critics wrong by claiming a remarkable seven-wicket haul in the second innings of the ongoing second Test between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Noman's remarkable achievement also earned him a spot in the record books, making him the third oldest Pakistan bowler to take five wickets in an innings of a Test match. This is also the fourth time Nauman has picked five wickets or more in Test cricket.

Oldest Pakistan bowler to take five wickets in an innings:

Mohammad Nazir 37y 216d

Saeed Ajmal 36y 300d

Noman Ali 36y 296d

However, Noman's journey to this memorable moment was not without its challenges. During the first innings of both Tests against Sri Lanka, he faced criticism for failing to make a significant impact. Despite this initial setback, Noman's resilience shone through when it mattered most, as he bounced back strongly in the second innings, catching the opposition off-guard and turning the tables in Pakistan's favor.

Social media platforms were soon ablaze with fans expressing their amazement at Noman's extraordinary performance through creative and humorous memes.

Memes showcasing left arm spinner's ability to take wickets in the second innings while remaining elusive in the first innings became particularly popular.