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flag On March 15, 2026, Sarfaraz Ahmed retired from international cricket, honored by Pakistan's cricket board for his 16-year career, including leading Pakistan to the 2017 Champions Trophy and a record T20I streak.

flag On March 15, 2026, Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi honored Sarfaraz Ahmed with a commemorative shield in Lahore, marking his retirement from international cricket after a 16-year career. flag Ahmed, who captained Pakistan in 100 international matches, led the team to a record 11 consecutive T20I series wins and the No.1 T20I ranking. flag His most notable achievement was guiding Pakistan to victory in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy, defeating India by 180 runs in the final. flag He remains the only Pakistani captain to win ICC titles at both junior (2006 U19 World Cup) and senior levels. flag Over 54 Tests, 117 ODIs, and 61 T20Is, Ahmed scored 6,164 runs with six centuries, took 315 catches, and made 56 stumpings. flag He was recognized with the Pride of Performance in 2018 and has since transitioned into mentoring roles with Pakistan’s youth teams.

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