Fans on social media hail Imran Khan as prime minister

Diehard fans have long awaited the moment, when their legendary cricket icon will finally take up the reins of the country. Luckily, the moment arrived for them today.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan was elected the country’s 22nd prime minister on Friday — and now the fans of the veteran cricketer have good reason to rejoice.

Not only fans but critics have also something to talk about. Those who have taken the final result with a pinch of salt have also pitched in with their two cents on social media platforms.

Here is a medley of reactions, showing critics, fans, new fans and haters-turned-into-fans expressing their views on social media.

First to tweet out among the prominent ones was none other than Pakistani activist and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai.

Cricketer Mohammad Hafeez is brimming with hope for 'Naya Pakistan'.

And here comes the comic relief!

There seems to be some disdain as well