SportsWednesday, 18 March 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/18-march-2026-daily-current-affairs
Sarfaraz Ahmed retires after 54 Tests, 117 ODIs and 61 T20Is for Pakistan
Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed announced retirement after a career spanning nearly two decades.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed retired from international cricket after playing 54 Tests, 117 ODIs and 61 T20Is, with his defining triumph coming in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy final against India at The Oval.
Key specifics
- Sarfaraz Ahmed played 54 Test matches, 117 ODIs and 61 T20Is.
- He scored 6,164 runs across all formats.
- As wicketkeeper, he took 315 catches and made 56 stumpings.
- He captained Pakistan in 100 international matches.
- Pakistan won the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy under his leadership by defeating India by 180 runs at The Oval.
Exam lens
Question type: Sports records and captaincy, 54-117-61, 6,164 runs, 315 catches, 56 stumpings; TNPSC may ask the 2017 Champions Trophy winner and venue.