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Sarfaraz Ahmed has closed the curtains on a glittering international career, leaving behind a resume that stands unique in the history of Pakistan cricket. He retires as the only Pakistani captain to have secured ICC world titles at both the junior and senior levels—leading the nation to an Under-19 World Cup victory in 2006 and a sensational Champions Trophy win against India in 2017. Beyond the silverware, Sarfaraz was the architect of Pakistan’s dominance in the shortest format, guiding the team to a long-standing world number one ranking in T20 Internationals.
Over a career spanning 54 Tests, 117 ODIs, and 61 T20Is, he amassed a total of 6,164 runs and remained a force behind the stumps with 315 catches and 56 stumpings. Having led the side in exactly 100 international matches, his tactical brilliance was often overshadowed by his humility, yet his contributions were officially recognized by the government with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2018.
As he transitions into the next phase of his life, the cricketing community reflects on a statistical journey that provided stability to the middle order and a sharp, winning edge to Pakistan’s defensive strategies on the global stage.
Career Statistics Overview
| Format | Matches | Total Runs | Catches / Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 54 | 2,992 | 156 / 21 |
| ODI | 117 | 2,315 | 119 / 25 |
| T20I | 61 | 857 | 40 / 10 |
| Total | 232 | 6,164 | 315 / 56 |
