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Sarfaraz Ahmed Retires From International Cricket

18 March 20261 min read
AWARDS & PERSONSSarfaraz AhmedRetires FromInternationalCricket18 March 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Sarfaraz Ahmed, once Pakistan’s captain, called time on his international career, ending a playing span that stretched across sixteen years and several formats.

Key facts

  • Career span: 2007 to 2023 with the Pakistan national team.
  • Matches: 232 across formats.
  • Major title: ICC Champions Trophy 2017 as captain.
  • Ranking feat: top spot in T20 internationals during his captaincy.

Exam angle

  • Person: Sarfaraz Ahmed; trophy: ICC Champions Trophy 2017.
  • Numbers: 232 matches, 2007–2023.
  • Achievements to link with his name: a Champions Trophy title and the number one T20I ranking.

Test yourself

1. In which ICC event did Sarfaraz Ahmed captain Pakistan to victory?

He captained Pakistan to the 2017 Champions Trophy.

2. How many matches did Sarfaraz Ahmed play for Pakistan across formats?

He played 232 matches from 2007 to 2023.

3. Pakistan reached which ranking in T20Is during Sarfaraz Ahmed's captaincy?

Pakistan became number one in T20 internationals.

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